WILCE
Wilce
Wilce is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the medieval given name "Will", a diminutive of "William". The suffix "-ce" is a common abbreviation used in medieval times, and added to the given name to create new surnames.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Wilce dates back to the 14th century in the county of Devon, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families who may have migrated for work, trade, or other reasons.
Members of the Wilce family have been associated with various professions and sectors throughout history, including agriculture, craftsmanship, trade, and more. Some Wilce individuals have made notable contributions to their fields of work or to their local communities.
Today, the surname Wilce continues to be found around the world, with concentrations in the United Kingdom, Australia, United States, Canada, and other English-speaking countries. Like many surnames, its origins and history provide a link to the past, serving as a reminder of ancestral connections and the rich tapestry of British heritage.
There are approximately 866 people named Wilce in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,258th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Wilce.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Clayton
- Clive
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Steven
- Timothy
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Janet
- Karen
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sally
- Susan