Barrington Last Name Origin, History, and Meaning
Where did the surname Barrington come from? What does the surname Barrington mean? Discover the history and meaning of the last name Barrington and family migration on YourRoots Map.
Surname Barrington Origin: What does the last name Barrington mean?
The surname Barrington is of English origin, first appearing in records from England during the 12th century. It is derived from the given name Barrington, which has been used as both a given name and a surname. The Barrington surname remained closely associated with England from the 12th to the 17th century, with records also showing its presence in the United States during the 18th and 19th centuries, indicating a global spread over the centuries.
By the 20th century, the Barrington surname saw a significant increase in records in the United States and remains prominent there. Additionally, the Barrington surname can be found in many countries across the world, reflecting its widespread distribution and enduring legacy.
Barrington Last Name History: Where did the last name Barrington come from?
Origin of Barrington Surname: Where does the last name Barrington originate from?
According to YourRoots data, the surname Barrington first appeared in records from England (United Kingdom) during the 12th century. Please note that this reflects only YourRoots data for the exact Barrington spelling and does not include other record sources or surname variations.
History of the Last Name Barrington: What does the Barrington surname history look like in the early days?
The Barrington surname remained closely associated with England (United Kingdom) from the 12th to the 17th century. YourRoots data also shows Barrington family records in countries like United States during the 18th and 19th centuries, indicating global spread over the centuries.
Global Spread: Where can we find the Barrington surname today?
By the 20th century, the volume of records with the Barrington surname grew significantly in United States. The Barrington surname remains prominent in United States and also appears in many countries across the world.
Explore Barrington last name heritage and Barrington surname origin based on YourRoots Map data

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Ben Barrington
Ben Barrington is a New Zealand actor best known for his roles as "Dr. Drew McCaskill" in Shortland Street and "Olaf Johnson" in The Almighty Johnsons. He graduated from Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School in 2001 and has appeared in local productions such as The Insider's Guide To Happiness and Outrageous Fortune. Barrington also participated in New Zealand's Dancing With the Stars 6 in 2015. His personal life includes marrying makeup artist Kristie Fergus in March 2019 and having a daughter born in 2016.
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