Winnington-Ingram

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Meaning

Resident of Winnington combined with the personal name Ingram.

Etymology

Winnington derives from Old English 'wine' (friend) and 'tun' (settlement), while Ingram comes from the Germanic personal name Ingilram. The hyphenated form suggests a family connection or merger of two established surnames.

About the Winnington-Ingram Surname

An English compound surname combining a place name with a personal name. The hyphenated form became established among prominent families, particularly in the Church of England.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 500 bearers in the United States #4,212 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in England, particularly associated with Cheshire and ecclesiastical circles.

Notable Bearers

Arthur Foley Winnington-Ingram (Bishop of London)

People with the Winnington-Ingram Surname

Arthur Winnington-Ingram

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