NEWRICK
Newrick
Newrick is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the northern regions of England. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Niwic," which means "new village." Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname Newrick.
The Newrick surname can be traced back to medieval times, and historical records show that families with this name were predominantly settled in counties such as Yorkshire, Durham, and Northumberland. The Newrick family was often involved in agricultural pursuits, reflecting the rural heritage of the regions where they resided.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling have occurred over the centuries, resulting in different renditions such as Newrick, Newruck, and Newrich. Despite these variations, the name has maintained its distinct identity within the British Isles.
In modern times, individuals bearing the Newrick surname can be found across various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with some branches of the family emigrating to countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.
The Newrick surname carries with it a sense of heritage and tradition, linking present-day descendants to their English ancestors and the communities they once called home.
There are approximately 324 people named Newrick in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Newrick.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Carl
- David
- Gavin
- George
- Gervase
- Henry
- James
- John
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Terry
Female
- Anne
- Debra
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Fiona
- Kelly
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Paula
- Seva
- Susan
- Victoria