WINBURN
Winburn
Winburn is an English surname that has its roots in the pre-7th century Old English word "win" meaning friend and "burna" meaning stream. The name suggests a person who lived near a stream and was known for being friendly.
The first recorded evidence of the surname Winburn dates back to the 13th century in Oxfordshire, England. Over time, the name spread to various parts of the United Kingdom as families migrated and settled in different regions.
Notable individuals with the surname Winburn include John Winburn, a renowned architect who designed several historic buildings in London during the 18th century, and Emily Winburn, a prominent suffragette who campaigned for women's rights in the early 20th century.
Today, the surname Winburn is relatively rare and is mainly found among families with English ancestry. The name continues to carry the legacy of its historical origins, symbolising friendship and connections to nature.
There are approximately 17 people named Winburn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Winburn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Ian
- Jeremy
- Melvyn
- Philip
Female
- Caroline
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