WATMUFF
Watmuff
Watmuff is a surname of British origin, with historical roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English word "Wæd", meaning ford or shallow place in a river, and "mōd", which translates to a meeting or assembly. This suggests that the name could have originally referred to a person who lived near a ford used as a meeting point.
The earliest recorded instances of the Watmuff surname date back to the 16th century in the county of Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families as they migrated for work, trade, or other reasons.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the Watmuff surname have been noted in various records, reflecting a diverse range of occupations, social statuses, and achievements. Some branches of the Watmuff family tree may have been involved in agriculture, trade, military service, or other professions typical of their respective eras.
Today, the Watmuff surname continues to be found among both historical records and modern-day populations, with descendants residing in various regions across the United Kingdom, as well as in other parts of the world where British emigrants have settled. The name, like many other surnames of British origin, contributes to the rich tapestry of family histories that form the broader cultural heritage of the British Isles.
There are approximately 147 people named Watmuff in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Watmuff.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Dean
- Douglas
- Grant
- Jason
- John
- Kevin
- Lee
- Nicholas
- Stephen
Female
- Elsie
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Jean
- Julie
- Katherine
- Kirsty
- Sheila
- Tammie