WINTRINGHAM
Wintringham
Wintringham is a surname of English origin that is derived from the Old English words "winn," meaning pasture, and "ing," meaning people. Therefore, the surname Wintringham likely originated as a locational surname for individuals who lived in or near a pasture or meadow.
The village of Wintringham in North Yorkshire, England, is believed to be the namesake for the Wintringham surname. The village is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Wintringham" and has a long history dating back to the medieval period.
The surname Wintringham is found predominantly in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. Over time, individuals bearing the Wintringham surname have branched out and settled in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals with the surname Wintringham include:
- Charles Wintringham (1898–1958): British journalist, author, and politician.
- Catherine Wintringham (1879–1952): British doctor and suffragette.
The Wintringham surname carries with it a rich history and heritage that is intertwined with the English landscape. Today, individuals bearing the surname Wintringham can be found across the United Kingdom and around the world, proudly honouring their ancestral lineage.
There are approximately 69 people named Wintringham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Wintringham.
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
- Ben
- Cudliffe
- David
- Henry
- Simon
Female
- Esther
- Jane
- Karen
- Marion
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