Where Does the Tingle Surname Come From?

Bearers of the name Tingle share their surname's story with Tingley, of which it is a variant. Its meaning, shared with Tingley, is “A dweller at, or near, the meeting place or court”.

• Tingle is listed among the recognised spellings of Tingley.
• Names that sound alike, such as Dingle, are easily confused in old records.
• 4,712 Americans were listed as Tingle in the 2010 census.
• Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms.

Family crest and blazon

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Tingley surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. Want more than a summary? See the Tingle family name pack.