Monypenny

Monypenny is a surname of Scottish origin.

Origin and Meaning:

The name Monypenny is a locational surname, derived from the lands of Monypenny in Fife, Scotland. The name itself is believed to come from the Gaelic monadh peighinn, meaning "hill of the penny," or potentially "hill of the dues/taxes." The "penny" in this context likely refers to an ancient unit of land valuation or a form of tax levied on the land.

History:

The Monypenny family were historically associated with lands in Fife and possessed a castle, Monypenny Castle, near Kingskettle. Records of the family date back to the 13th century. The family held lands and positions of influence within Fife and beyond.

Variations:

Variations of the surname, while not incredibly common, might include Munipennie and other slight phonetic alterations.

Distribution:

While the name originated in Scotland, individuals with the surname Monypenny can be found in various countries, often due to emigration and dispersal. It is more commonly found in countries with historical ties to Scotland, such as the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Notable People:

• This section would ideally list notable individuals with the surname Monypenny and a brief description of their achievements. (Example: "Robert Monypenny, a Scottish laird in the 16th century.") However, for the sake of providing a purely textual encyclopedia entry with no reliance on external factual validation (as requested in the prompt), I will omit listing potentially inaccurate or unverifiable 'notable people'. Research is required for accuracy.