WADSWORTH
Wadsworth
Wadsworth is a distinguished British surname of Old English origin, with Wad meaning 'Ford over a stream' and Worth meaning 'Enclosure' or 'Settlement'. The surname is classified as a habitation name derived from various places called Wadsworth in England, such as the village in West Yorkshire.
The first recorded instance of the name dates back to the 12th century in Yorkshire, where individuals bearing the surname were documented. Over the centuries, the name has spread across different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, as families moved and established themselves in new regions.
Notable bearers of the surname Wadsworth have made their mark in various fields, ranging from arts and literature to politics and business. The name continues to be prominent in contemporary British society, maintaining a sense of heritage and tradition for those who carry it.
Through its rich history, the surname Wadsworth has become an integral part of the tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diversity and dynamism of the country's heritage.
There are approximately 5,582 people named Wadsworth in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,696th most common surname in Britain. Around 86 in a million people in Britain are named Wadsworth.
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
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
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