LADBROOK
Ladbrook
Ladbrook is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the counties of Warwickshire and Worcestershire in the West Midlands region of England. The name is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "lad" meaning a path or way, and "brook" referring to a small stream. The surname suggests a possible association with a place near a brook or stream.
The earliest recorded instances of the Ladbrook surname date back to the late 16th century in the parish registers of those aforementioned counties, indicating that the name has ancient roots in the region. Over the centuries, the Ladbrook family have been involved in various occupations, including farming, trade, and later, industrial pursuits during the Industrial Revolution.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Ladbrook have contributed to their communities through their work and involvement in local affairs. Today, the surname is relatively rare, with a small number of individuals still bearing the name. However, those who do carry on the Ladbrook surname likely hold a connection to the rich history of the West Midlands region of England.
There are approximately 383 people named Ladbrook in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Ladbrook.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Lawrence
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Peter
- Philip
- Stephen
- Terence
Female
- Alison
- Audrey
- Christine
- Hilda
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
- Teresa