WILDERSPIN
Wilderspin
Wilderspin is a surname of English origin, with historical roots dating back to medieval times. The name is believed to have derived from Old English, where "wild" meant 'untamed' or 'wild', and "espin" referred to the thorn bush. The Wilderspin surname is mainly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions like Lincolnshire and Yorkshire. The name has various spelling variations, including Wilderspin, Wilderspinne, Wilderspyne, and Wilspath.
The most notable association with the Wilderspin name is with Samuel Wilderspin (1792–1866), a renowned educationalist and pioneer of infant schools. Samuel Wilderspin was a key figure in the development of early education in Britain and had a significant impact on educational practices in the 19th century.
Today, individuals with the surname Wilderspin can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, with notable figures in various fields such as academia, arts, and business. The Wilderspin name continues to represent a rich heritage of English ancestry and cultural significance.
There are approximately 400 people named Wilderspin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Wilderspin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andy
- Chris
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Ian
- James
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Alexia
- Anna
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Janet
- Laura
- Margaret
- Pamela
- Susan
- Tracey