TILSTON
Tilston
The surname Tilston is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name 'Tyll,' meaning 'raven,' and the Old English word 'tun,' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement.' As such, the name Tilston likely originally denoted a person who lived in or near a settlement frequented by ravens.
The Tilston family has a long history in the British Isles, particularly in Cheshire and the surrounding regions. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 12th century in the Cheshire region, where individuals bearing the name were listed in local records and land deeds.
Over the centuries, the Tilston family name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with descendants establishing roots in different regions and countries. The surname has undergone various spelling variations, including Tilstone and Tilston, as is common with many British surnames.
Today, individuals with the surname Tilston can be found across the UK and in other parts of the world, often with diverse occupations and backgrounds. The name continues to be a part of British heritage, representing a lineage that has contributed to the cultural tapestry of the nation over the centuries.
There are approximately 680 people named Tilston in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,901st most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Tilston.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Lynden
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan
- Valerie