WHATMORE
Whatmore
Whatmore is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Hwitmǣr," which translates to "white famous." It is classified as a habitation surname, indicating that it likely originated from a place named Whatmore or in a place where people with the surname resided.
The earliest records of the Whatmore surname date back to the 13th century in Worcestershire, a county in the West Midlands region of England. Over time, the surname spread to various parts of England, particularly in the southern counties.
Individuals bearing the surname Whatmore have been associated with a variety of occupations and professions throughout history. Notable bearers of the surname have made contributions in fields such as academia, art, sports, and commerce.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling such as Whitmore or Whittemore have been documented over the centuries due to differences in regional accents and dialects.
The Whatmore surname has continued to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British heritage and genealogy. Members of the Whatmore family can be found across the United Kingdom and around the world, with many proudly tracing their lineage back to its origins in medieval England.
There are approximately 1,211 people named Whatmore in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,386th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Whatmore.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Antony
- David
- Gareth
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Roger
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan