TRIPP
Tripp
Tripp is a British surname with Anglo-Saxon origins. The name is believed to have been derived from the Old English word "trip," meaning to tread or a traveler on foot. It is a toponymic surname, denoting someone who lived by a path or a thoroughfare.
The earliest recorded instance of the Tripp surname dates back to the 13th century in the county of Devon, England. Over time, the name spread to other parts of the country, with notable concentrations in Somerset and Gloucestershire.
Members of the Tripp family have been involved in various occupations over the centuries, including farming, trade, and military service. The name has also been associated with individuals who embarked on journeys, possibly as travellers, explorers, or pilgrims.
In modern times, the Tripp surname continues to be present across the UK and in other parts of the world where British descendants have settled. The name is sometimes used as a first name or a middle name, reflecting its historical significance and enduring appeal.
There are approximately 1,895 people named Tripp in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,399th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Tripp.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Carol
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jacquie
- Janice
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan