STANSFIELD
Stansfield
Stansfield is a locational surname of Old English origin, derived from the name of various places in England such as Stansfield in Suffolk, West Yorkshire, and Lancashire. The name is a combination of the Old English words "stan" meaning stone, and "feld" meaning field, denoting someone who lived by a stony field or near a rocky area.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Stansfield dates back to the 13th century in Lancashire, where the family held a seat as Lords of the manor. Over the centuries, the Stansfield surname has spread throughout the United Kingdom and beyond, with many notable individuals bearing this name.
The Stansfield family crest features a shield divided into four sections, each displaying symbols such as stars, waves, and a bird of prey. These elements are traditionally associated with strength, protection, and nobility.
Today, the surname Stansfield is found across the world, particularly in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The name continues to carry the legacy of its English roots and the heritage of the families that have borne it through generations.
There are approximately 5,173 people named Stansfield in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,828th most common surname in Britain. Around 79 in a million people in Britain are named Stansfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Amanda
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan
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