WILLISCROFT
Williscroft
Williscroft is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that is derived from the Old English words "wilig", meaning willow tree, and "croft", meaning a small enclosed field. The surname likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a willow tree or a willow-lined field. The name can also be occupational, referring to someone who cultivated willows.
The Williscroft surname is most commonly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Staffordshire and Warwickshire. Variants of the surname include Williscraft and Williscroff.
Individuals with the surname Williscroft have historically been known to be involved in various occupations, including farming, agriculture, and land management. The name has likely been passed down through generations, preserving the ancestral connection to the land and nature.
Notable individuals bearing the Williscroft surname may have made contributions to their local communities or excelled in their respective fields, but detailed information on specific individuals with this surname may not be widely documented.
In modern times, the Williscroft surname continues to be passed down through family lines, keeping alive the heritage and history of the individuals who bear this distinctive surname.
There are approximately 280 people named Williscroft in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Williscroft.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Arthur
- Christopher
- David
- Duncan
- Gareth
- Ian
- James
- John
- Keith
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Wayne
Female
- Camilla
- Doreen
- Kelly
- Kimberlee
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Sophie
- Susan
