Trimble

Trimble is a surname of English and Scottish origin that is derived from the Old English personal name "Trumbald" or "Trymbyld," which meant strong or bold. The name is first recorded in England in the form of "Trumbaud," dating back to the 11th century. Over the centuries, the name evolved into its modern form of Trimble.

The Trimble surname is most commonly found in northern England and Scotland, particularly in the counties of Northumberland and Berwickshire. It is believed that the name may have spread further afield during waves of migration and settlement.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Trimble include David Trimble, a prominent Northern Irish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, known for his role in the Good Friday Agreement. The surname Trimble continues to be present in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, often associated with individuals who display strength, boldness, and resilience.

There are approximately 931 people named Trimble in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,788th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Trimble.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Ireland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Angela
  • Anne
  • Daphne
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Jacqueline
  • Julie
  • Karen
  • Katherine
  • Kathleen
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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