STANFIELD
Stanfield
Stanfield is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Stanfeld," meaning "stone field." The name likely denoted someone who lived or worked near a stony field.
Distribution and History
The surname Stanfield is prevalent in various regions of the United Kingdom, with historical records showing concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Northumberland. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Notable Bearers
- Robert Stanfield: A Canadian politician who served as Premier of Nova Scotia and leader of the federal Progressive Conservative Party.
- Frederick Stanfield: A former professional ice hockey player who enjoyed a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Variants
Variants of the surname Stanfield include Stanfeld, Stansfield, and Stansfeld.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland.
There are approximately 1,345 people named Stanfield in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,848th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Stanfield.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Allison
- Angela
- Caroline
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Helen
- Jane
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.