GOODSHIP
Goodship
Goodship is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "god", meaning good or whole, and "sceap", meaning ship, and may have been used to refer to a ship considered to be in excellent condition.
The Goodship surname is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in the coastal regions where maritime activities were prevalent historically. The name may have been adopted by individuals involved in seafaring or shipbuilding, or it may have been a nickname given to someone who was known for having a strong, dependable character, much like a reliable ship.
Individuals with the surname Goodship have made contributions to various fields, including maritime industries, engineering, and trade. Over the centuries, the name has spread to different parts of the world through migration and settlement.
Today, the Goodship name continues to be found among individuals of British descent, serving as a reminder of the maritime heritage and the values associated with strength, reliability, and integrity.
There are approximately 575 people named Goodship in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Goodship.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Doug
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Melvyn
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
Female
- Anna
- Claire
- Emma
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Rosemary
- Ruth
- Sharon
- Tina