WESTRIP
Westrip
Westrip is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the south-west region of Gloucestershire. The name derives from the Old English words "west," meaning west, and "ríp," meaning a strip of land. This suggests that the surname may have denoted someone who lived on a strip of land to the west of a particular settlement.
The earliest recorded instance of the Westrip surname dates back to the 16th century in the Gloucestershire region of England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families who migrated for various reasons.
The Westrip surname is relatively uncommon, with a concentrated presence in Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas. Individuals bearing this surname have made contributions to various fields, including agriculture, business, and the arts.
Genealogical research into the Westrip surname can provide valuable insights into local history and connections between families in the region. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to the ancestral roots of those who bear it.
There are approximately 156 people named Westrip in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Westrip.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Alan
- Darren
- David
- James
- John
- Keith
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Ronald
- Shane
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Betty
- Debbie
- Jacqueline
- Joanne
- Joy
- Kathleen
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan