STAINER
Stainer
Stainer is a British surname of occupational origin. The name derives from the Middle English "steyner" or "stonier," which referred to someone who worked with stone, particularly as a mason or quarry worker in Medieval England.
Origins
The surname Stainer is believed to have originated in various parts of England where the stone-working industry was prevalent, such as the areas around quarries and stone-built towns. The name may also have been derived from the Old English word "stan" meaning stone, indicating a person's trade or livelihood in stone-related work.
Distribution
The surname Stainer is relatively rare, with most occurrences being found in the southern parts of England, particularly in counties with historical significance in stone quarrying and masonry work.
Notable Individuals
- John Stainer (1840-1901): Renowned British composer and organist, known for his choral works and contributions to Anglican church music.
- William Stainer (b. 1965): Notable British artist specialising in stone sculptures, recognised for his work in public installations across the UK.
Legacy
The surname Stainer has contributed to the cultural heritage of the British Isles through various figures in the fields of music, art and craftsmanship. Today, individuals bearing the surname Stainer can be found across different regions of the United Kingdom and beyond, upholding the legacy of their ancestral ties to the stone-working heritage of medieval England.
There are approximately 1,326 people named Stainer in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,913th most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Stainer.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- John
- Karl
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Claire
- Deborah
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Valerie