TINTON
Tinton
Tinton is an English surname with historical roots in the United Kingdom. The origins of the name are believed to be geographical, with the name possibly deriving from a place name referencing a "tun" or settlement near a river or a river bend.
The Tinton surname has been found predominantly in the region of East Anglia within England. Individuals bearing this surname have been recorded in local parish registers, census records, and other historical documents, indicating a longstanding presence in the region.
Over the centuries, the Tinton family name may have undergone variations in spelling due to factors such as regional dialects and variations in record-keeping. Members of the Tinton family may have been involved in diverse professions and occupations, ranging from agricultural work to trades like blacksmithing or carpentry.
The distribution of the Tinton surname in modern times reflects the movement of families across the United Kingdom and beyond, with descendants of Tinton families now residing in various countries around the world.
Research into the history of the Tinton surname continues to shed light on the interconnected tapestry of British genealogy and the diverse heritage of families bearing this distinctive name.
There are approximately 163 people named Tinton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Tinton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Craig
- David
- Ian
- Jason
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Aileen
- Hannah
- Joan
- Joanna
- Linda
- Margaret
- Misty
- Rachael
- Sarah
- Winifred