WIDDOP
Widdop
Widdop is a British surname with origins rooted in the West Yorkshire region of England. The name is of Anglo-Saxon descent, derived from the Old English words "wudu" meaning "wood" and "hop" meaning "valley" or "enclosed piece of land."
The Widdop surname is believed to have originated as a toponymic name, referring to individuals who hailed from the Widdop area or were associated with a place named Widdop.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Widdop have been recorded in various documents, including parish records, census data, and land records. The name has been predominantly found in the Yorkshire region, particularly in areas such as Hebden Bridge, Ripponden, and surrounding areas.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Widdop have contributed to various fields, including sports, academia, and the arts. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place in British heritage and genealogy.
Overall, the Widdop surname carries with it a legacy of Yorkshire heritage and a connection to the English landscapes from which it originated.
Typical given names associated with the Widdop surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Frank
- Gary
- John
- Justin
- Keith
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Anne
- Dawn
- Elizabeth
- Irene
- Joanne
- Laura
- Linda
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 614 people named Widdop in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Widdop.
Famous people named Widdop
- Gareth Widdop - Rugby league player
- Walter Widdop - Tenor (1892 to 1949)
- Dennis Widdop - (1931 to 2016)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.