WEATHERBURN
Weatherburn
Weatherburn is a surname of English origin that is most commonly found in the northern counties of England, particularly in Yorkshire. The name Weatherburn is believed to be of topographic origin, derived from the Old English words "weder", meaning weather, and "burna", meaning stream. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to describe someone who lived by a stream subject to changes in weather or water levels.
The earliest recorded instance of the Weatherburn surname dates back to the 18th century in Yorkshire, where families bearing this name were involved in various agricultural and trading activities. Over time, the surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by descendants of the original Yorkshire settlers.
Today, individuals with the surname Weatherburn can be found across the UK and in other English-speaking countries, often engaged in a wide range of professions and pursuits. The name Weatherburn carries a sense of regional heritage and connection to the north of England, reflecting the history and lineage of the families who have borne it for generations.
There are approximately 474 people named Weatherburn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Weatherburn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Rory
- William
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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