WILBOR
Wilbor
Wilbor is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Wilbur", which combines the elements wil meaning "will" or "desire", and bur meaning "fortress" or "stronghold". The name was originally used as a byname or nickname to denote someone who possessed strong will or a resolute character.
The surname Wilbor has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Wilbur, Wilber, Wilbore, and Wilbour. Its historical distribution is primarily in the south-eastern counties of England, particularly in areas such as Kent, Essex, and Sussex.
Individuals bearing the surname Wilbor can be found throughout British history, engaging in a variety of professions and activities. The name has also spread to other parts of the English-speaking world, particularly in North America, where immigrants from Britain carried their surnames with them.
Today, the surname Wilbor continues to be borne by individuals around the world, representing a link to British heritage and history. The name serves as a reminder of the linguistic and cultural influences that have shaped the British Isles over the centuries.
There are approximately 115 people named Wilbor in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Wilbor.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Daniel
- David
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Donna
- Janet
- Jean
- Joan
- Julie
- Margaret
- Pearl
- Sarah
- Stacey
- Victoria