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      Meaning of the first name Stansbury

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      From Stansbury, A Place Name

      Variations

      Stanbury, Stansburghe, Sainsbury
      The name Stansbury is of English origin and signifies from Stansbury, indicating a connection to a specific geographical location. Place names often serve as identifiers for individuals or families, indicating where they hailed from or held land. Stansbury reflects the common practice in English nomenclature of deriving surnames from localities, providing insight into the lineage or heritage of those bearing the name.

      Historically, Stansbury can be traced to various locations in England, where it was used to denote individuals who came from or resided in a place named Stansbury. Such surnames became more prominent in the medieval period as records began to document people's identities more systematically. Over time, families with the Stansbury surname played roles in local communities, contributing to economic, agricultural, and social life in the regions associated with the name.

      In contemporary society, the surname Stansbury continues to be found across English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, where many British surnames have proliferated due to immigration. Today, individuals named Stansbury are encountered in various professional fields, contributing to diverse aspects of modern life. The name serves as a reminder of its historical roots while also embodying the dynamic nature of familial identities in the modern world.

      Based on our records...

      Sutton

      Sutton

      This is the most common surname associated with Stansbury.
      Amanda

      Amanda

      This is the most common name of those married to a Stansbury.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name for a child of a Stansbury.
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      1824 is when there were the most people born with the first name Stansbury.

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