Shipton

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Meaning

Derived from a place name meaning 'sheep farm' or 'sheep settlement'.

Etymology

Combines Old English 'sceap' (sheep) with 'tun' (settlement or farm). The surname originates from multiple locations in England, particularly in the Midlands and South.

About the Shipton Surname

An English surname derived from place names indicating sheep farms or settlements. The name has historical significance and remains moderately established.

Distribution

Found throughout English-speaking countries, with concentrations in the United Kingdom.

Notable Bearers

Mother Shipton (legendary English prophetess), various historical figures

People with the Shipton Surname

J.A. Shipton

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