Batsford

Batsford is a relatively rare surname of English origin, thought to have originated from a place name. The name is believed to derive from the Old English personal name "Batta" combined with "ford," indicating a settlement near a ford or river crossing.

The Batsford surname can be traced back to various locations in England, most notably in the counties of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. The name has likely evolved over time, leading to different variations such as Batsforth or Bathford.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Batsford are relatively scarce. The name has not gained widespread recognition or prominence in historical records, and its presence is largely confined to localised communities or family lineages.

Despite its limited prevalence, the Batsford surname remains a part of Britain's diverse tapestry of family names, reflecting the country's rich heritage and linguistic evolution.

There are approximately 546 people named Batsford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Batsford.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • Darren
  • David
  • George
  • Gerald
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter

Female

  • Avril
  • Carol
  • Catherine
  • Gillian
  • Janet
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Victoria
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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