Gilpin

Meaning

A surname derived from a place name or personal name in northern England.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Old English elements meaning 'ravine' or 'valley' combined with a personal name element. The name appears in records from medieval Northumberland and Cumberland regions.

About the Gilpin Surname

An English surname with roots in northern England, likely referring to a geographical feature or settlement. The name has maintained relatively stable distribution patterns since medieval times.

Distribution

Primarily found in England, particularly in northern regions, with modern distribution across English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Bernard Gilpin (16th-century clergyman)

People with the Gilpin Surname