MOTHERSHAW
Mothershaw
Mothershaw is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, believed to derive from the Old English words “modor,” meaning mother, and “sceaga,” meaning copse or small wood. The surname likely originated as a name for someone who lived near or at a mother’s coppice. The first recorded instance of the Mothershaw surname dates back to the early 17th century in Derbyshire, England.
Over the centuries, families bearing the Mothershaw surname have been found in various regions across England. They have been involved in a range of occupations, including farming, mining, and various trades.
The surname Mothershaw has maintained a relatively low frequency in the United Kingdom, with a dispersed distribution across the country. In modern times, individuals bearing the Mothershaw surname can be found in various professions and walks of life.
Research into the genealogy of the Mothershaw surname continues to shed light on its historical origins and the diverse branches of the family. The name has passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their associated histories.
There are approximately 155 people named Mothershaw in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Mothershaw.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Alan
- Anthony
- Ashley
- Christopher
- David
- Douglas
- Lee
- Michael
- Neil
- Nicholas
- Nick
- Stephen
Female
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jean
- Joanne
- Julie
- Lauren
- Nicola
- Pamela
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