Stanage

Topographic

Meaning

A person from Stanage, a place characterized by stony terrain or a stone edge.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'stan' (stone) and 'ecg' (edge), referring to a rocky outcrop or stony ridge. The surname originates from a specific location in the Peak District of England.

About the Stanage Surname

An English topographic surname derived from a specific geographical location. The name remains relatively rare and localized to its region of origin.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 800 bearers in the United States #3,873 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in England, particularly in the Midlands and Peak District regions.

Stanage Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Stanage Surname