SPRINGTHORPE
Also recorded as Spring Thorpe
Springthorpe
Springthorpe is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational in nature. The name is thought to be derived from the Old Norse words springer, meaning "a copse or a wood", and þorp, meaning "a hamlet or small village". This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have hailed from a place named Springthorpe or a similar settlement nestled within a wooded area.
The surname Springthorpe has been found predominantly in the regions of Lincolnshire and Derbyshire in England, which aligns with the historical presence of Norse and Danish influences in these areas.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Springthorpe include British-born Australian musician Rick "Ricki" Springthorpe, better known by his stage name Rick Springfield, recognised for his successful music career and acting roles in television. The surname also appears in various historical records and genealogical archives, indicating a longstanding presence in British history.
Today, the surname Springthorpe continues to be passed down through generations, connecting modern-day individuals to their English and Norse roots. The name serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of families who have been associated with the Springthorpe lineage for centuries.
There are approximately 939 people named Springthorpe in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,732nd most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Springthorpe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Johnathan
- Jon
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Neil
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Steven
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Charlotte
- Christine
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Karen
- Lynne
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey