ST JOHNSTON
Recorded variant spellings include St-Johnston
This is a prefixed surname which is sometimes recorded without the prefix. See also Johnston
St Johnston
St Johnston is a surname of British origin, predominantly found in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The name is a toponymic surname, meaning it is derived from a place name, specifically the village of St. John's Town.
The village of St. John's Town, also known as St. Johnstown, is located in the historic county of Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is believed that individuals who were associated with this village adopted the surname St Johnston to signify their connection to this place.
The St Johnston surname has been seen in various records throughout history, including census reports, birth and marriage records, and land deeds. Many individuals bearing this surname have been identified as farmers, landowners, and tradespeople.
Over time, the St Johnston surname has spread beyond Scotland and can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and in other countries around the world, often as a result of migration and emigration.
Today, individuals with the surname St Johnston may be found in diverse professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British and global society. The surname carries a sense of heritage and history, reflecting the ancestral roots of those who bear it.
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There are approximately 56 people named St Johnston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named St Johnston.
Famous people named St Johnston
- Dina St Johnston - Computer programmer (1930 to 2007)
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