WESTHORPE
Westhorpe
Westhorpe is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words "west," meaning west, and "thorp," meaning village or hamlet. The name is primarily found in the East Anglia region of England, with Westhorpe being the name of several places in Suffolk and Northamptonshire.
The first recorded instance of the Westhorpe surname dates back to the early 13th century in the Domesday Book, a survey of England and Wales completed in 1086. The Westhorpe family has a long history, with various branches branching out over the centuries.
Notable individuals with the surname Westhorpe include John Westhorpe, a prominent landowner in Suffolk during the medieval period, and Sarah Westhorpe, a suffragette who campaigned for women's rights in the early 20th century.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Westhorpe can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the heritage and history of the Westhorpe family.
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There are approximately 197 people named Westhorpe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Westhorpe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Clive
- Daniel
- David
- Jason
- Lee
- Mark
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Victor
Female
- Caryl
- Emma
- Gemma
- Jacinda
- Julie
- Kim
- Michelle
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Tamsin
- Tracey