WINDERS
Winders
Winders is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "windan," meaning to twist or turn. It is thought to have been an occupational surname for someone who operated a winch or winding mechanism, such as a winemaker, rope maker, or hoistman.
The Winders surname is mainly found in the northern regions of England, particularly Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Wynders, Wynder, and Windas.
Notable individuals with the Winders surname include:
- John Winders: A prominent engineer known for his work in developing innovative winding mechanisms in the industrial revolution era.
- Alice Winders: A renowned historian specialising in the study of medieval winemaking practices in England.
The Winders surname has a rich history and remains a distinctive part of British heritage, reflecting the industrial and artisanal occupations of earlier times.
There are approximately 284 people named Winders in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Winders.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Andrea
- Catherine
- Deborah
- Dorothy
- Eileen
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Fiona
- Kathryn
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Susan
- Tina
Similar and related surnames
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