WIGHTWICK
Wightwick
Wightwick is an English surname that has roots dating back centuries in the United Kingdom. The name is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the village of Wightwick in Staffordshire, England. The village itself is situated near the Wightwick Bank and Wightwick Manor, a historic building dating back to the 16th century.
The surname Wightwick is relatively rare and is primarily found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Staffordshire and the surrounding areas. Variants of the name include Wytwick, Whittick, and Wytwyk.
Individuals bearing the surname Wightwick have likely inherited it from their ancestors who resided in or near the village of Wightwick. The name may have been adopted by families who moved away from the area but retained a connection to their ancestral home.
Today, the surname Wightwick is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's diverse history and heritage. As with many surnames, Wightwick carries with it a sense of identity, family history, and tradition for those who bear it.
There are approximately 282 people named Wightwick in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Wightwick.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ben
- David
- James
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Peter
- Simon
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Caroline
- Charlotte
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Jennifer
- Katherine
- Laura
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Tracy