Venning

Venning is an English surname with roots likely in the southwest county of Cornwall. The name may derive from the Cornish or Old English word fenn, meaning "marsh" or "fen", suggesting an ancestral connection to wetlands or marshy areas.

Origins and Distribution

The earliest recorded instances of the Venning surname can be traced back to Cornwall, where it is believed to have originated. Over time, families with the surname Venning have spread across the United Kingdom and beyond, with concentrations in areas such as Devon, Hampshire, and London.

Notable Individuals

Notable individuals bearing the Venning surname have made contributions across various fields, including academia, literature, and the arts. One such figure is [John Venning](Link to notable individual), a renowned scholar in the field of medieval history. His research on medieval manuscripts has significantly contributed to our understanding of the era.

Legacy

While the Venning surname may not be as common as some other English surnames, its rich historical connections to Cornwall and its unique etymology make it a distinctive and intriguing name within British genealogy.

Through the accomplishments of notable individuals and the continued presence of Venning families in various regions, the surname's legacy endures as part of the diverse tapestry of British history and heritage.

References

  • Cornwall Family History Society. (n.d.). Venning Surname in Cornwall. Retrieved from https://cornwallfhs.com/
  • Burke, B. (1836). A Genealogical and Heraldic Dictionary of the Landed Gentry of Great Britain & Ireland. London: Henry Colburn.

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There are approximately 839 people named Venning in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,475th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Venning.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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
  • Graham
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter

Female

  • Alison
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Joan
  • Laura
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Maureen
  • Nicola
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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