RAISTRICK
Raistrick
Raistrick is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the West Yorkshire region of England. The name is believed to have originated from small settlements in the area. It is derived from the Old Norse elements "reystr" meaning 'brushwood' or 'clearing', and "ric" meaning 'stream'. The name likely referred to someone who lived near a clearing by a stream.
The Raistrick surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including "Raistrick", "Reystrek", and "Reystryk". Early records suggest that the name has been present in the region from as early as the 16th century.
Individuals bearing the Raistrick surname have been associated with diverse professions and trades, including agriculture, manufacturing, and academia. The name has also been linked to notable families and local histories in the West Yorkshire area.
Today, the Raistrick surname continues to be relatively uncommon but holds significance for those with ancestral ties to the West Yorkshire region. Family histories and genealogical research have contributed to the preservation and understanding of the Raistrick surname within British heritage.
There are approximately 998 people named Raistrick in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,393rd most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Raistrick.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Chris
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Claire
- Diane
- Donna
- Emma
- Joanne
- Karen
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan