WELSHER
Welsher
Welsher is a British surname of English origin. The surname is derived from the occupation of a "Welsher" or "Welshman", referring to someone of Welsh descent or someone who came from Wales.
The name is thought to have originated in the medieval period, when surnames began to be used to distinguish between individuals. It likely denoted someone who had immigrated from Wales to England, or someone with Welsh ancestry.
Over time, the surname Welsher has been found in various regions of the United Kingdom, with individuals bearing the name making contributions to different fields. Today, individuals with the surname Welsher can be found across the UK and in other parts of the world, reflecting the global dispersal of British surnames.
If you come across the surname Welsher in historical records or contemporary contexts, it is likely a reminder of the rich history and cultural diversity of the British Isles.
There are approximately 209 people named Welsher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Welsher.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Benjamin
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Justin
- Keith
- Kenneth
- Luke
- Matthew
- Paul
Female
- Abbie
- Amy
- Gemma
- Kate
- Kathryn
- Kimberlie
- Lisa
- Marilyn
- Maureen
- Rebecca