About Tipton
The surname Tipton is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to come from the Old English words "tīp" meaning "top" and "tūn" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Tipton can be interpreted as "the settlement at the top" or "the enclosure on the hill." This surname likely originated from a place situated on an elevated area or a hilltop.
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The surname Tipton is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tipton based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Tipton in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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