TOON
Toon
Toon is a British surname of Old Norse origin derived from the Old Norse word tún, meaning an enclosure or piece of land. The surname is predominantly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Northumberland and Yorkshire.
The earliest known record of the Toon surname dates back to the 14th century in Northumberland, where families bearing this name were often associated with agricultural work and land ownership.
Over the centuries, the Toon surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, as families migrated for work or other reasons. Some individuals bearing the surname Toon have achieved prominence in various fields, including sports, entertainment, and academia.
Today, the Toon surname continues to be passed down through generations, with many individuals proudly bearing this ancestral name as part of their heritage. The name serves as a reminder of the family's origins and contributes to the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 2,673 people named Toon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,331st most common surname in Britain. Around 41 in a million people in Britain are named Toon.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Janet
- Joanne
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy
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