TOYNBEE
Toynbee
Toynbee is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English name "Tunbeorg," meaning "farmstead by the hill." The Toynbee surname has its roots in the region of East Anglia in England.
One of the most notable bearers of the surname Toynbee is Arnold Toynbee (1852 – 1883), a renowned British economic historian. He is best known for his work on the Industrial Revolution and for advocating for social reform to address the challenges faced by the working class.
The Toynbee family has a long history in England, with records dating back to the medieval period. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the Toynbee surname have been involved in various professions and endeavours, contributing to the cultural and intellectual landscape of the country.
Today, the Toynbee surname continues to be borne by individuals in the United Kingdom and around the world, representing a legacy of heritage and achievement.
There are approximately 207 people named Toynbee in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Toynbee.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- Christopher
- David
- Jeremy
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Robert
- Stephen
- Tristan
Female
- Claire
- Jean
- Joyce
- Pauline
- Roslind
- Sally
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Tracey
- Violet