Warrilow

Warrilow is a surname of English origin, believed to have been derived from the Old English personal name "Waerhild", composed of the elements "waer", meaning "defence", and "hild", meaning "battle". The surname primarily has roots in the West Midlands of England, specifically in Staffordshire.

The first recorded instance of the Warrilow surname dates back to the 16th century. Over the centuries, the name has been found in various parish records, indicating its presence in different regions of England. Individuals bearing the surname Warrilow have been associated with occupations such as farmers, labourers, and craftsmen.

The distribution of the Warrilow surname is still primarily concentrated in the United Kingdom, particularly in Staffordshire and the surrounding areas. However, due to migration patterns over time, individuals with this surname can also be found in other parts of the world, including Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Today, the Warrilow surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its English heritage and serving as a reminder of the ancestral lineages associated with it.

There are approximately 1,284 people named Warrilow in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,076th most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Warrilow.

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

  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Angela
  • Christine
  • Dawn
  • Elizabeth
  • Hayley
  • Jane
  • Jean
  • Lisa
  • Lynn
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

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