WETMORE
Wetmore
Wetmore is a surname of English origin that is derived from the Old English word "wet" meaning "wet" and "mor" meaning "marsh". As such, the surname likely originated as a toponymic surname for someone who lived near a wet marshy area.
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Wetmore is relatively rare in the United Kingdom. It is primarily found in areas such as Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Worcestershire.
Notable Individuals
- John Wetmore (1684-1766): An English cleric and naturalist known for his contributions to the study of botany.
- Mary Wetmore (1824-1895): A British social reformer and philanthropist who was actively involved in charitable work in Victorian England.
Variants
Variants of the Wetmore surname include Wetmoor and Wetmour.
References
"Dictionary of American Family Names." Oxford University Press, 2013.
There are approximately 30 people named Wetmore in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Wetmore.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Charles
- Daniel
- Jonathan
- Kenneth
- Timothy
Female
- Barbara