WIGNALL
Wignall
Wignall is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that finds its roots in the village of Whittington in Lancashire, England. The name is believed to have been derived from the Old English personal name "Wigne" combined with the suffix "-halh," meaning a nook or corner of land. Over time, the spelling variations of Wignall have included Wignall, Whignall, Wiggnall, and others.
The surname Wignall has been primarily found in the North West of England, particularly in Lancashire, where individuals bearing this name have been recorded since medieval times. The Wignall family has been associated with various occupations, including farmers, labourers, and tradespeople.
Historical records show that the Wignall family has made significant contributions to their local communities, with some individuals achieving prominence in their respective fields. The surname Wignall has also spread beyond the UK, with members of the Wignall family having established roots in other parts of the world over the centuries.
Today, Wignall remains a relatively uncommon surname but continues to be cherished by those who bear it as a link to their ancestral heritage and the historical legacy of the name.
There are approximately 2,865 people named Wignall in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,116th most common surname in Britain. Around 44 in a million people in Britain are named Wignall.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Ann
- Anne
- Caroline
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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