Tinning

Tinning is a British surname with origins tracing back to the medieval period. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English word "tun," meaning an enclosure, settlement, or village, often associated with a person who lived near a small enclosed piece of land. Over time, this evolved to become the surname Tinning.

The name Tinning is found across various parts of the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset. As with many surnames, it is likely that different branches of the Tinning family may have adopted the name independently over the centuries.

Individuals with the surname Tinning have made contributions to various fields, including academia, business, and the arts. Like many British surnames, the historical significance and prominence of the Tinning family have varied over time and are reflective of the broader societal changes in the United Kingdom.

Today, the surname Tinning continues to be passed down through generations, serving as a link to the rich tapestry of British history and heritage.

There are approximately 328 people named Tinning in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Tinning.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Andrea
  • Anne
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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