Unsworth

Introduction

Unsworth is a surname of English origin. The name Unsworth is believed to have derived from various locations in the United Kingdom, such as Unsworth in Greater Manchester and Lancashire. The surname is primarily found in the north of England.

Etymology

The etymology of the surname Unsworth is thought to be of Old English origin. The name may derive from the Old English elements un meaning "love" and worp meaning "enclosure." Therefore, Unsworth may have indicated a location named after someone's beloved enclosure or farm.

Distribution and Popularity

The Unsworth surname remains relatively uncommon, with the majority of individuals bearing the name being located in the north of England. The name can also be found in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, often as a result of migration.

Notable Individuals

  • A.S. Unsworth - A fictional character in the works of British author Agatha Christie.
  • Barry Unsworth (1930 - 2012) - An English novelist known for his historical fiction works, including "Sacred Hunger," which won the Booker Prize in 1992.
  • David Unsworth - A former English footballer who played for various clubs including Everton and West Ham United, and later became a coach.

References

  • Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.

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There are approximately 5,927 people named Unsworth in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,602nd most common surname in Britain. Around 91 in a million people in Britain are named Unsworth.

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
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Robert

Female

  • Alison
  • Anne
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Deborah
  • Jacqueline
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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