DODSWORTH
Dodsworth
Dodsworth is a surname of English origin. It is classified as a habitational name, derived from various places named Dodsworth in Yorkshire. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name "Dudda" and the word "worth," which means an enclosure or farmstead. It is common among families in Yorkshire and surrounding regions.
The Dodsworth surname can be traced back to the 13th century, with records showing individuals bearing the name in various locations across England. Throughout history, the Dodsworth name has been associated with individuals who were prominent landowners, farmers, and tradespeople.
Notable individuals with the surname Dodsworth include Sir William Dodsworth, a distinguished military officer during the English Civil War, and Martha Dodsworth, a renowned botanist and explorer in the 19th century.
Today, the Dodsworth surname continues to be prevalent in England and has spread to other English-speaking countries around the world. It remains a symbol of heritage and lineage for many families with roots in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.
There are approximately 2,696 people named Dodsworth in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,312th most common surname in Britain. Around 41 in a million people in Britain are named Dodsworth.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Sarah
- Susan