WIMSHURST
Wimshurst
The surname Wimshurst is of English origin, believed to have derived from the Middle English personal name "Wymarc," which was composed of the elements "wynn," meaning joy, and "mær," meaning famous. The surname Wimshurst is classified as being of patronymic origin, meaning it denotes "son of Wymarc."
The Wimshurst surname has historical roots in the county of Surrey in England. Over the years, variations in the spelling of the surname have included Wimshurst, Wimshursts, Wimhurst, and Winchurst, among others.
The name Wimshurst has been borne by several notable individuals throughout history, with records dating back to the early medieval period. The Wimshurst family has been associated with various occupations and professions, including agricultural labourers, tradesmen, and professionals.
Today, individuals with the surname Wimshurst can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, reflecting the global dispersal of British surnames through migration and settlement.
The Wimshurst surname carries a rich heritage and serves as a reminder of the diverse historical roots of British family names.
There are approximately 156 people named Wimshurst in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Wimshurst.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Benjamin
- Christopher
- Edward
- Graham
- Jh
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Oliver
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Doreen
- Jane
- Kathleen
- Lucy
- Rosemary
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy
- Zoe