WESTWELL
Westwell
Westwell is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational deriving from any of the various places named Westwell in England. These locations are found in different counties, including Kent, Oxfordshire, and Devon.
The name "Westwell" is a combination of the Old English words "west," meaning west, and "waella," meaning a spring or stream. This suggests that the name could have been used to describe a settlement or a natural feature located to the west of a spring or stream.
The first recorded instance of the Westwell surname dates back to the early 13th century in Kent, England. Over the centuries, bearers of the Westwell name have spread across various regions of the United Kingdom and beyond. The name has evolved with different spellings and variations, including Westwall and Westell.
Individuals with the Westwell surname have been identified in a variety of professions and walks of life, contributing to the cultural, academic, and historical tapestry of Britain.
Today, the Westwell surname continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and in countries where British descendants have settled. The name serves as a link to the rich history and diverse origins of the people who bear it.
There are approximately 1,066 people named Westwell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,024th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Westwell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Gary
- Graham
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Peter
- Wilfred
Female
- Barbara
- Elaine
- Emma
- Helen
- Jean
- Julie
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Sarah
- Susan