WINNARD
Winnard
The surname Winnard is of English origin and has various spellings including Winard, Wynyard, and Wynnard. It is a topographical name for someone who lived near a moor or marsh, derived from the Old English word "winn" meaning meadow or pasture.
The earliest recordings of the name Winnard date back to the 13th century in England. The name has spread throughout the British Isles and beyond, with notable concentrations in regions such as Lancashire, Yorkshire, and Cheshire.
Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Winnard have been involved in a wide range of occupations, from agricultural workers to tradespeople and professionals. Notable figures with the surname Winnard have made contributions to various fields, including art, science, and politics.
Today, the surname Winnard is relatively rare but continues to be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and in countries where British descendants have settled. The name holds historical significance and forms part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 986 people named Winnard in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,453rd most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Winnard.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Sam
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Christine
- Claire
- Janet
- Joan
- Karen
- Kelly
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Rebecca
- Susan
- Yvonne