PITCHFORTH
Also recorded as Pitch Forth
Pitchforth
Pitchforth is a surname of English origin, mainly found in the West Yorkshire region of the United Kingdom. The name may have originated from the Old English word pic (pointed or peaked) and ford (a shallow place in a river where it may be crossed). This suggests that the surname may have been given to someone who lived near or worked at a pointed or peaked ford.
The earliest recorded instance of the Pitchforth surname dates back to the early 16th century in the West Yorkshire area, particularly in the town of Eccleshill. The surname has historical roots in the textile industry, with many Pitchforths being involved in the wool and textile trades in Yorkshire.
Over time, the Pitchforth surname has spread to other parts of the UK and even abroad due to migration and diaspora. Today, individuals bearing the surname can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.
The Coat of Arms associated with the Pitchforth surname typically features symbols like waves, signifying water or ford, along with other elements that denote strength, resilience, and industry.
Researching the genealogy of the Pitchforth surname can provide insights into the industrial history and geographic distribution of families with this name, offering a window into the social and economic fabric of British society.
There are approximately 330 people named Pitchforth in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Pitchforth.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Mick
- Philip
- Raymond
Female
- Christine
- Emma
- Helen
- Hilda
- Jean
- Joanne
- Josephine
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Victoria
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