Lanchester

English place-name

Lanchester Origin and Meaning

The name Lanchester is a boy's name.

Lanchester is a rare masculine name derived from an English surname and place name. The place name originated from the River Lune and the Old English 'ceaster,' meaning 'Roman fort or town.' As a given name, Lanchester carries an aristocratic, distinguished quality reminiscent of English heritage and tradition. It may also honor the Lanchester family name, which includes notable figures in British engineering and automotive history, such as Frederick Lanchester. The name's length and formal quality make it distinctive in contemporary naming landscapes. Parents might choose Lanchester for its strong English character, uncommon status, and the potential for the friendly nickname 'Lance' while maintaining a more formal full name.

Famous People Named Lanchester

• Frederick William Lanchester English auto engineer