WIDDAS
Widdas
Widdas is a British surname believed to have its origins in the medieval era. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon descent and is classified as being of locational origin. The name is thought to derive from a place called 'Wynteredge' or 'Winter Edge,' possibly referring to a boundary or edge of a settlement during the wintertime.
The surname Widdas has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Widdas, Widders, and Widder. Like many English surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Widdas may have evolved over time due to factors such as illiteracy, dialectical differences, and clerical errors.
Individuals bearing the surname Widdas can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. As with many surnames, the dispersal of the Widdas family name can often be traced back to migration patterns, both within the British Isles and overseas.
While the exact origins and history of the Widdas surname may vary among different branches of the family, the name continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and genealogy.
There are approximately 127 people named Widdas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Widdas.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Christopher
- Henry
- Humphrey
- James
- Jeremy
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Roger
Female
- Alice
- Helen
- Janet
- Julie
- Lynn
- Paula
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey
- Valerie