WELBOURN
Welbourn
Welbourn is a distinguished surname of English origin, typically found in the regions of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire. The name is derived from the Old English words "waella" meaning spring or stream and "burna" meaning a stream, which suggests that the original bearers of the name lived near a spring or stream.
Origins
The surname Welbourn can be traced back to medieval times, and records indicate that it was first found in Lincolnshire where the Welbourn family held estates. Over the centuries, the name spread to other parts of England such as Yorkshire and beyond.
Notable People
George Welbourn (1803-1879)
A renowned historian and author, George Welbourn published several works on the history of Yorkshire, shedding light on the social and economic trends of the region in the 19th century.
Sarah Welbourn (b. 1985)
A contemporary artist known for her striking landscape paintings inspired by the scenic beauty of the British countryside. Welbourn's work has been exhibited in galleries across the United Kingdom.
Legacy
The surname Welbourn carries with it a sense of heritage and tradition, reflecting the deep roots of the family in English history. Today, individuals bearing the Welbourn name continue to contribute to various fields, keeping the legacy of their ancestors alive.
There are approximately 808 people named Welbourn in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,702nd most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Welbourn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Matthew
- Maurice
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Raymond
- Robert
- Sam
- Steven
Female
- Amy
- Claire
- Hannah
- Helen
- Joanne
- Karen
- Mary
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey