WHITEWAY
Whiteway
Whiteway is a surname of English origin, which is derived from a topographical name for someone who lived on or near a white road or path. The name comes from the Old English words hwit, meaning white, and weg, meaning road or path.
Origins
The surname Whiteway can be traced back to early medieval England, with records showing its presence in various regions across the country. The name was likely given to families or individuals who resided near a distinctively white path or road, which could have been made of chalk or limestone.
Distribution
Whiteway is found predominantly in the English counties of Gloucestershire, Devon, and Somerset. Over time, some bearers of the surname have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable Bearers
Notable individuals with the surname Whiteway include:
- Anna Whiteway: English actress known for her stage performances in the 19th century.
- William Whiteway: Canadian politician who served as the Prime Minister of Newfoundland in the late 19th century.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Routledge.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 537 people named Whiteway in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Whiteway.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- John
- Jules
- Kevin
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Angela
- Ann
- Carol
- Deborah
- Dorothy
- Karen
- Laura
- Margaret
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.