TRUMP
Trump
Origin and Meaning
The surname Trump is of English and Germanic origin, derived from the medieval word "trump" meaning "to deceive or cheat". It may have been used as a nickname for a person who was known for playing tricks or jokes.
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Trump is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with the highest concentration found in regions such as Yorkshire and the south of England. It is more commonly associated with the United States, likely due to the prominence of the Trump family in American politics and business.
Notable Individuals
One of the most well-known individuals bearing the surname Trump is Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States. Born into a prominent real estate family, Donald Trump gained fame as a businessman and television personality before entering politics.
Variants
Variants of the surname Trump include Trumper and Trumpler, which may indicate different regional or historical origins.
Coat of Arms
There is no standard coat of arms associated with the surname Trump, as coats of arms were granted to individuals rather than families in England. Each individual or branch of the family would need to apply for their own coat of arms.
There are approximately 600 people named Trump in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Trump.
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
- Daniel
- David
- Donald
- Jamie
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Bridget
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Georgina
- Joanne
- Julie
- Linda
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Sally
- Samantha