Middleton is a locational

Anglo-Saxon The Anglo-Saxons were a Cultural identity, cultural group who inhabited England in the Early Middle Ages. They traced their origins to settlers who came to Britain from mainland Europe in the 5th century. However, the ethnogenesis of the Anglo- ...

surname originating from dozens of different settlements in

England England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It shares land borders with Wales to its west and Scotland to its north. The Irish Sea lies northwest and the Celtic Sea to the southwest. It is separated from continental Europe ...

going by one of the pre-7th-century Old English variations of "middle" (such as ''midel'') and "town" (such as ''tun''). The earliest recorded examples of such hamlets date to 1086 and include Middeltone, Mideltuna, and Middeltune in such

Derbyshire Derbyshire ( ) is a ceremonial county in the East Midlands, England. It includes much of the Peak District National Park, the southern end of the Pennine range of hills and part of the National Forest. It borders Greater Manchester to the no ...

Shropshire Shropshire (; alternatively Salop; abbreviated in print only as Shrops; demonym Salopian ) is a landlocked historic county in the West Midlands region of England. It is bordered by Wales to the west and the English counties of Cheshire to ...

, Sussex, and

Yorkshire Yorkshire ( ; abbreviated Yorks), formally known as the County of York, is a historic county in northern England and by far the largest in the United Kingdom. Because of its large area in comparison with other English counties, functions have ...

. The surname "Mideltone" is recorded in Oxfordshire (1166), "Midilton" is noted in

Arbroath Arbroath () or Aberbrothock ( gd, Obar Bhrothaig ) is a former royal burgh and the largest town in the council area of Angus, Scotland, with a population of 23,902. It lies on the North Sea coast some ENE of Dundee and SSW of Aberdeen. ...

, Scotland (1221) and "Middelton" is found in Yorkshire (1273).

List of people surnamed Middleton

Andrew C. Middleton Andrew C. Middleton (April 5, 1824 Rutland, Jefferson County, New York – 1909) was an American politician from New York. Life He was the son of Samuel Middleton (1796–1873) and Seraph Middleton (1802–1883). He attended the common schools, an ...

(1824–1909), New York politician *

Ant Middleton Anthony Middleton (born 22 September 1980) is a British adventurer, writer, television personality and former UK Special Forces soldier, Royal Marines Commando, and Royal Engineer in the British Army. He is best known as the former Chief Inst ...

(born 1980), former British soldier, adventurer and television presenter *

Archibald Middleton Arthur William Middleton (7 June 1876 – 17 May 1945) was an Australian rules footballer who played with St Kilda and Fitzroy Fitzroy or FitzRoy may refer to: People As a given name *Several members of the Somerset family (Dukes of Beaufor ...

(born 1871), Australian rules footballer *

Arthur Middleton (disambiguation) Arthur Middleton (1742–1787) was an American Revolutionary War figure. Arthur Middleton may also refer to: * Arthur Middleton (1681–1737), acting governor of South Carolina * Arthur Middleton (bass-baritone) (1880–1929), American opera sing ...

, several people *

Barry Middleton Barry John Middleton (born 12 January 1984) is regarded as one of the greatest British field hockey players in history. He played as a midfielder and forward for England and Great Britain and is the most capped British hockey player in history ...

(born 1984), field hockey player for England and Great Britain * Bonnor Middleton (1865–1913), South African cricketer * Cecil Middleton (1911-1984), cricketer * C. H. Middleton (Cecil Henry Middleton, 1886–1945), gardener, writer and radio broadcaster *

Charles Middleton (disambiguation) Charles Middleton may refer to: * Charles Middleton, 2nd Earl of Middleton (1649/50–1719), Scottish and English politician * Charles Middleton, 1st Baron Barham (1726–1813), British aristocrat, First Lord of the Admiralty * Charles Middleton (c ...

, several people *

Christopher Middleton (poet) Christopher Middleton (10 June 1926 – 29 November 2015) was a British poet and translator, especially of German literature. Life He was born John Christopher Middleton in Truro, Cornwall, in 1926. Following four years' service in the ...

(1926–2015), British poet and translator * Clark Middleton (1957-2020), American actor *

Clyde Middleton Clyde Middleton (January 30, 1928 - July 12, 2019) was an American politician in the state of Kentucky. He served in the Kentucky Senate The Kentucky Senate is the upper house of the Kentucky General Assembly. The Kentucky Senate is composed ...

(1928–2019), American politician * Colin Middleton (1910–1983), Irish artist and surrealist *

Conyers Middleton Conyers Middleton (27 December 1683 – 28 July 1750) was an English clergyman. Mired in controversy and disputes, he was also considered one of the best stylists in English of his time. Early life Middleton was born at Richmond, North Yorkshir ...

(1683–1750), an English clergyman * Dan Middleton (born 1991), British YouTube personality *

Darren Middleton Darren Middleton (born 4 October 1971) is an Australian musician, best known as lead guitarist and songwriter for alternative rock band Powderfinger. He was also lead singer/songwriter for Drag; his current solo tour is 'Splinters', a follow-u ...

(born 1971), Australian lead guitarist for alternative rock band Powderfinger *

Darryl Middleton Darryl is an English name, a variant spelling of Darell. Male variations of this name include: Darlin, Daryl, Darrell, Darryl, Daryll, Darryll, Darrell, Darrel. Female and unisex variations of this name include: Daryl, Darian, Dareen, Darell ...

(born 1966), American-Spanish basketball player *

David Middleton (disambiguation) David Middleton may refer to: *David Middleton (mariner) (died 1617), early English merchant of the East India Company *David Middleton (cricketer) (born 1965), English cricketer *Dave Middleton (1933–2007), American football wide receiver *David ...

, several people *

Derek Middleton Derek Middleton (born 30 May 1934) is an English former professional footballer who played as a defender in the Football League for York City and in non-League football for Whitwick Colliery and Burton Albion Burton Albion Football Club is ...

(born 1934), English professional footballer * Edgar Middleton (1894–1939), British playwright and author * Edward Middleton (1810–1883), US Navy Rear Admiral *

Edwin Middleton Edwin Middleton (1865–1929) was a film director in the United States. He worked in theater as part of a stock company from Philadelphia before his film career. In 1891, he was an actor in a production titled ''Sin and Shadow''. In 1906, h ...

(1865–1929), American film director * Eilidh Middleton (born 1990), equestrian competitor from Scotland *

Erasmus Middleton Erasmus Middleton (1739–1805) was an English clergyman, author and editor. Early life He was the son of Erasmus Middleton of Horncastle, Lincolnshire. At age 22 he underwent a religion conversion among Wesleyan Methodists in Horncastle. He was ...

(1739–1805), English clergyman, author and editor * Eva Middleton (1953–2018), Belizean disability rights activist *

Faith Middleton Faith Middleton (born 1948) is a retired public radio talk show host. She is best known as the former host of ''The Faith Middleton Show'' on Connecticut Public Radio. In addition to her radio work, Faith hosted and produced several popular televi ...

(born 1948), American radio journalist *

Frank Middleton (footballer) Francis Middleton (6 June 1879 – 1943) was an English footballer who played in the Football League The English Football League (EFL) is a league of professional football clubs from England and Wales. Founded in 1888 as the Football Leag ...

(1879–1943), English footballer *

Frederick Dobson Middleton General Sir Frederick Dobson Middleton (4 November 1825 – 25 January 1898) was a British general noted for his service throughout the Empire and particularly in the North-West Rebellion in Canada. Imperial Military career Educated at Ma ...

(1825–1898), Canadian militia leader *

Gerard V. Middleton Gerard Viner Middleton FRSC (May 13, 1931 – November 2, 2021), often known as Gerry Middleton, was a Canadian geologist and university teacher. Biography Middleton was born in South Africa and educated in England. He obtained his batchelors (1 ...

(1931–2021), South African-born Canadian geologist and sedimentologist * George Middleton (disambiguation), several people *

Graham Middleton Graham Middleton (22 December 1950 – 6 December 2011) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Essendon in the Victorian Football League (VFL). In 1974 he played for Bacchus Marsh Bacchus Marsh (Wathawurrung: ''Pullerbopulloke ...

(born 1950), Australian Rules footballer *

Henry Middleton (disambiguation) Henry Middleton may refer to: *Sir Henry Middleton (captain) (died 1613), English sea captain and adventurer *Henry Middleton Henry Middleton (1717 – June 13, 1784) was a planter, public official from South Carolina. A member of the colonial ...

, several people *

Hubert Stanley Middleton Hubert Stanley Middleton (11 May 1890 – 13 August 1959) was a cathedral organist who served at Truro Cathedral and Ely Cathedral before taking up a long-standing organist and teaching appointment at Trinity College, Cambridge. Background Midd ...

(1890–1959), cathedral organist *

Humphrey Middleton The Canterbury Martyrs were 16th-century English Protestant martyrs. They were executed for heresy in Canterbury, Kent, and were the last Protestants burnt during the reign of Mary I. Their story is recorded in ''Foxe's Book of Martyrs''. 15 ...

, 16th-century English Protestant martyr *

Ian Middleton Ian Middleton (26 October 1928 – 24 October 2007) was a New Zealand novelist, who made a particular mark with his books set in post-Second World War Japan. Born in New Plymouth, he was the younger brother of noted New Zealand short story writ ...

(1928–2007), New Zealand novelist *

James Middleton (disambiguation) James Middleton (born 1987) is a British businessman and brother of Catherine, Princess of Wales. James Middleton may also refer to: Sports * Bonnor Middleton (James Middleton, 1865–1913), South African cricketer * Jim Middleton (baseball) (18 ...

, several people named James and Jim * Jenna Middleton, fictional character in ''Degrassi: The Next Generation'' *

John Middleton (disambiguation) John Middleton may refer to: Politicians * John Middleton (c.1373–1441), MP for Northumberland * John Middleton (MP for City of London), represented City of London (Parliament of England constituency) *John Middleton (MP for Horsham) (died 1636 ...

, several people *

Joshua Middleton Joshua Middleton (sometimes credited as Josh Middleton) is an artist and designer working in the animation, film, comics, and book industries. In 2004 he was nominated for an Eisner Award as "Best Cover Artist" for his work on Marvel Comics, Marvel ...

, comic book artist *

Karen Middleton (disambiguation) Karen Middleton may refer to: *Karen Middleton (journalist), Australian political journalist *Karen Middleton (politician) (born 1966), legislator in the U.S. state of Colorado *Karen Middleton (basketball), American basketball coach {{hndis, Midd ...

, several people *Kate Middleton, now

Catherine, Princess of Wales Catherine, Princess of Wales, (born Catherine Elizabeth Middleton; 9 January 1982) is a member of the British royal family. She is married to William, Prince of Wales, heir apparent to the British throne, making Catherine the likely nex ...

(born 1982), wife of William, Prince of Wales * Keynan Middleton (born 1993), American baseball player *

Khris Middleton James Khristian Middleton (born August 12, 1991) is an American professional basketball player for the Milwaukee Bucks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is a three-time NBA All-Star and won an NBA championship with the Bucks in 2 ...

(born 1991), American basketball player * Lindsey Middleton (born March 6, 1991), Canadian actress *

Lloyd Middleton Lloyd Middleton (13 February 1928 – 26 May 2015) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Essendon Essendon may refer to: Australia *Electoral district of Essendon *Electoral district of Essendon and Flemington *Essendon, Victoria ...

, former Australian Rules footballer *

Malcolm Middleton Malcolm Bruce Middleton (born 31 December 1973) is a Scottish musician and member of indie band Arab Strap. He has also released seven solo studio albums and three albums performing under the pseudonym Human Don't Be Angry. Early life Middle ...

(born 1973), Scottish musician *Margaret Yvonne Middleton (1922–2007), better known under her stage name

Yvonne De Carlo Margaret Yvonne Middleton (September 1, 1922January 8, 2007), known professionally as Yvonne De Carlo, was a Canadian-American actress, dancer and singer. She became a Hollywood film star in the 1940s and 1950s, made several recordings, and late ...

, Canadian actress * Mary Middleton (1870–1911), British political activist *

Max Middleton David Maxwell Middleton (born 4 August 1946) is an English composer and keyboardist who was originally a docker on the London docks. Middleton is known for his work on the Fender Rhodes Electric piano, the Minimoog synthesiser and his percussiv ...

(born 1946), English composer and keyboardist *

Michael Middleton Michael Francis Middleton (born 23 June 1949) is a British businessman. He is the father of Catherine, Princess of Wales, Philippa Matthews and James Middleton. Born in Leeds, Middleton was educated at the University of Surrey. He joined Bri ...

, British businessman, father of Catherine, Princess of Wales *

Nick Middleton Nick Middleton (born 1960) is a British physical geographer and supernumerary fellow of St Anne's College, Oxford. He specialises in desertification. Middleton was born in London, England. As a geographer, he has travelled to more than 70 countri ...

(born 1960), English physical geographer *

O. E. Middleton O.E. (Osman Edward or Ted) Middleton (born 25 March 1925 in Christchurch, died 14 August 2010 in Dunedin) was a New Zealand writer of short stories, described as belonging to the vernacular critical realist tradition of Frank Sargeson. He was t ...

(Osman Edward Middleton, 1925–2010), New Zealand short story writer * Peter Middleton (disambiguation), several people *

Pippa Middleton Philippa Charlotte Matthews (née Middleton; born 6 September 1983) is an English socialite, author and columnist. She is the younger sister of Catherine, Princess of Wales. Born in Reading and raised in Bucklebury, Berkshire, Middleton attende ...

(born 1983), English columnist and socialite, sister of Catherine, Princess of Wales * Qaasim Middleton (born 1995), American actor, singer and musician * Richard of Middleton (c. 1249 – c. 1308),

Scholastic philosopher Scholasticism was a medieval school of philosophy that employed a critical organic method of philosophical analysis predicated upon the Aristotelian 10 Categories. Christian scholasticism emerged within the monastic schools that translat ...

* R. Hunter Middleton (1898–1985), American book designer, painter, and type designer *

Robbie Middleton Robbie Middleton (June 28, 1990 – April 29, 2011) was an American boy from Splendora Splendora was an American all-female alternative rock band from New York City. Formed in 1993 by Janet Wygal (lead vocals, guitar), Tricia Wygal (lead vocal ...

(1990–2011), American boy who was raped and torched on his eighth birthday, dying of complications 13 years later *

Robert Middleton (disambiguation) Robert Middleton (1911–1977) was an American film and television actor. Robert Middleton or variants may also refer to: People * Robert Myddelton (born by 1526) (died 1567), MP for Denbigh Boroughs 1547 *Robert Myddelton (died 1616) (c. 1563– ...

, several people * Ron Middleton (VC) (1916–1942), Australian Victoria Cross recipient * Scott Middleton, Canadian Musician, guitarist of Cancer Bats *Sheena Booth Middleton (born 1947), better known as

Sheena Blackhall Sheena Blackhall is a Scottish poet, novelist, short story writer, illustrator, traditional story teller and singer. Author of over 180 poetry pamphlets, 15 short story collections, 4 novels and 2 televised plays for children, The Nicht Bus and ...

, Scottish writer * Stanley Middleton (1919–2009), British novelist * Thomas Middleton (disambiguation), several people *

Tom Middleton Tom Middleton (born 18 August 1971) is a British electronic recording artist, sound designer, composer, music producer, remixer and DJ. His solo albums include ''Lifetracks'' (2007), ''Glasstracks'' (2011) and ''Sleep Better'' (2018). Middleton ...

(born 1971), British recording artist, music producer, remixer and DJ *

Troy Houston Middleton Lieutenant General Troy Houston Middleton (12 October 1889 – 9 October 1976) was a distinguished educator and senior officer of the United States Army who served as a corps commander in the European Theatre during World War II and later as p ...

(1889–1976), Lieutenant General during World War II *

Tuppence Middleton Tuppence Middleton (born 21 February 1987) is an English actress known for her performances in film, television and theatre. In 2010, she was nominated for the ''London Evening Standard'' Film Awards for Most Promising Newcomer. Middleton appea ...

(born 1987), English actress * William Middleton (disambiguation), several people

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List of people surnamed Middleton

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