WEED
Weed
Weed is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin derived from the early medieval word "weod," meaning herb or plant. It is believed that the surname Weed was used to denote individuals who either worked as herbalists, gardeners, or had a personal connection to the cultivation of plants. The surname Weed is classified as a topographic surname, which indicates a geographical feature near the residence of the original bearer.
The first recorded instance of the Weed surname dates back to the 13th century in the English county of Essex. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. Notable individuals with the surname Weed have made contributions in various fields, including academics, literature, and the arts.
As with many surnames of English origin, variations in spelling have occurred over time, such as Weede, Wead, and Weid. The Weed surname is relatively uncommon but continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its early medieval roots and the individuals who bore the name.
There are approximately 319 people named Weed in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Weed.
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
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Kenneth
- Michael
- Richard
- Shaun
- Stephen
Female
- Andrea
- Ann
- Caroline
- Claire
- Debra
- Denise
- Eleanor
- Elizabeth
- Gladys
- Joanne
- Karen
- Rosemary
- Sarah
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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