BUDWORTH
Budworth
Origin
Budworth is a surname of English origin, derived from the village of Budworth in Cheshire, England. The village's name is thought to have originated from the Old English words "bode," meaning "shelter," and "worth," meaning "enclosure" or "settlement."
History
The surname Budworth is believed to be locational, indicating that the first bearers of the name were associated with or hailed from Budworth village or its surrounding areas in Cheshire. The surname likely started as a way to differentiate individuals with ties to the Budworth locality from others.
Notable Individuals
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Thomas Budworth (1620-1695): A British naval officer who served as the Governor of Upnor Castle and later as the Surveyor of the Navy.
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Edward Budworth (1883-1958): A British trade unionist and Labour Party politician known for his efforts in championing workers' rights and advocating for social reforms.
Variants
Variants of the surname Budworth include Budwarth, Budwarthe, Budswith, and Budworthie. These variations may reflect different spellings or regional pronunciations over time.
Legacy
The surname Budworth, though not as common as some other English surnames, carries with it a sense of heritage and connection to the Cheshire region. Individuals bearing the name today may feel a sense of pride in their ancestral link to the village of Budworth and its history.
There are approximately 593 people named Budworth in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Budworth.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Darren
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Lee
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Anne
- Barbara
- Clare
- Helen
- Julie
- Karen
- Lisa
- Mary
- Michelle
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
- Teresa
- Tracey