STAINTHORPE
Stainthorpe
Stainthorpe is an English surname with roots that can be traced back to the northern region of Yorkshire in England. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Old Norse words "steen" which means stone and "þorp" which means village or hamlet. Therefore, Stainthorpe likely originally referred to someone who resided in or near a village or settlement made of stone.
Records show that the surname Stainthorpe has been present in Yorkshire for centuries, with variants of the name appearing in historical documents as far back as the medieval period. Throughout history, the Stainthorpe family name has been associated with various occupations and activities, reflecting the diverse livelihoods of its bearers.
The distribution of the Stainthorpe surname is most prevalent in Yorkshire, particularly in the North Yorkshire region where the name has maintained a strong presence. Over time, individuals with the surname Stainthorpe have dispersed to other parts of the United Kingdom and even to other regions of the world, contributing to the surname's global presence.
Today, the Stainthorpe surname continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the family heritage and connection to the historical origins of the name. Variants of the surname may exist due to regional accents and dialects, but the core identity of Stainthorpe remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 616 people named Stainthorpe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Stainthorpe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- David
- Eric
- Guy
- Ian
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
- Tim
- William
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan