Warters

Warters is a notable and ancient surname originating from the British Isles. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "waeter," meaning water, or from the Old Norse personal name "Vatnir."

Origin and Distribution

The Warters surname has roots in England, particularly in the Yorkshire region where the village of Warter is located. The name is also found in other parts of the UK and has spread to other English-speaking countries around the world.

Notable Individuals

Catherine Warters (1805-1873): A social reformer and philanthropist known for her work in improving the living conditions of the poor in Victorian England.

John Warters (b. 1950): A renowned historian specialising in medieval British history, particularly the War of the Roses period.

Legacy

The Warters surname has left a lasting legacy in various fields such as history, philanthropy, and social reform. It continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the heritage and history of the British Isles.

References

  1. P.H. Reany, R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames, 3rd ed., Oxford University Press, 1997.
  2. Burke's Landed Gentry, 18th ed., vol. 2, ed. Peter J. Woodhead, Burke's Peerage & Gentry, 2019.

There are approximately 284 people named Warters in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Warters.

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

  • Darren
  • David
  • James
  • Jason
  • John
  • Keith
  • Kevin
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Richard

Female

  • Amanda
  • Dorothy
  • Helen
  • Janice
  • Jennifer
  • Laura
  • Leanne
  • Linda
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Sheila
  • Wendy

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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