WESTGARTH
Also recorded as West Garth
Westgarth
Westgarth is a British surname with ancient origins dating back to the medieval period. The name is of Anglo-Saxon and Old Norse origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name Véseth combined with the Old English word garð, meaning enclosure or garden.
The Westgarth surname is most commonly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and County Durham. The name has variations such as Westgar, Westgarde, and Westgard.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the Westgarth surname have been identified in various records, including census data, church registers, and land deeds. The name has been associated with a variety of professions and social statuses, reflecting the diverse nature of the British population over the centuries.
The Westgarth family name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to the past and maintaining a sense of ancestral pride among its bearers. Today, individuals with the Westgarth surname can be found not only in the United Kingdom but also in other parts of the world, contributing to the global diaspora of British heritage.
There are approximately 1,078 people named Westgarth in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,972nd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Westgarth.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Anne
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Joanne
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan