KIBBLEWHITE
Also recorded as Kibble White, Kibble-White
Kibblewhite
Kibblewhite is a British surname of English origin. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English words "cypel," meaning basket or vessel, and "hwita," meaning white, hence signifying someone who made or used white baskets or containers. The surname is known to have various spellings, including Kibblewhite, Kibbelwhite, Kibbiewhite, and Kibbledwhite.
The earliest recorded instances of the Kibblewhite surname date back to the medieval period in England. The name was primarily concentrated in the southern counties of England, such as Wiltshire, Hampshire, and Sussex.
Individuals with the surname Kibblewhite have been involved in various occupations throughout history, including basket makers, farmers, craftsmen, and tradesmen. Over time, many Kibblewhites have migrated to different regions within the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to the spread of the surname.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Kibblewhite include prominent figures in different fields such as academics, arts, sports, and business. The surname continues to be passed on through generations, adding to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Kibblewhite can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where members of the British diaspora have settled. The name continues to hold significance for those who proudly bear it as a link to their ancestry and heritage.
There are approximately 320 people named Kibblewhite in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Kibblewhite.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andy
- Anthony
- Clive
- David
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Roger
- Simon
Female
- Ann
- Anna
- Elaine
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Louise
- Mary
- Rebecca
- Rowena
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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