NORCROSS
Norcross
Norcross is a surname of English origin believed to have medieval roots. The name is locational, derived from the village of North Croft, found in the county of Cheshire in the north-west of England. The name Norcross is a combination of "North," indicating the northern direction, and "Croft," meaning a small enclosed field or paddock.
Historically, the Norcross family may have been landowners or tenants in the village of North Croft, with ties to the local community and its economy. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Norcross would have spread to other parts of England, establishing branches of the family in various regions.
The surname Norcross is relatively rare, with most individuals found in the United Kingdom and the United States. Variants of the name include Northcross and Northcrofts. Notable individuals with the surname Norcross may have excelled in various fields such as academia, business, arts, or politics.
Genealogical research into the Norcross surname can reveal insights into the history and connections of a particular family. As with many English surnames, the name Norcross carries a rich history that reflects the localities and lineages of past generations.
There are approximately 683 people named Norcross in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,872nd most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Norcross.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Daniel
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Stuart
- Troy
Female
- Caroline
- Christine
- Deborah
- Elise
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jean
- Joanne
- Julie
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan