WELLSTEAD
Wellstead
Wellstead is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English words "waella" meaning well, and "stede" meaning place. This surname likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near a well or spring.
The first recorded instance of the Wellstead surname was found in the county of Norfolk in the 13th century. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Wellstead have been documented across various regions of England, indicating the dispersal of families bearing this name.
Like many surnames, Wellstead has undergone variations in spelling over time, including Wellsted, Wellested, Welsteed, and Welstede. Families bearing the surname Wellstead have been involved in a wide range of occupations and activities throughout history, reflecting the diverse paths taken by individuals within the family line.
Today, the surname Wellstead continues to exist among families predominantly in the United Kingdom, with some individuals also found in other parts of the world through migration and emigration. It remains a testament to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their historical significance.
There are approximately 603 people named Wellstead in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Wellstead.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Carl
- Colin
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Kenneth
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Cheryl
- Elsie
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracy