Newland

Newland is a surname that can be traced back to medieval England, where it was derived from the Old English words “neowe” meaning new and “land” meaning land. The name likely referred to someone who was a new arrival to a particular area or who owned newly acquired land. Today, the surname Newland can be found around the world, with notable individuals including American politician John Newland Maffitt and British artist and illustrator Terence Newland. The name continues to be a reminder of the historical connection between people and the land they inhabit.