WINTERBOTTOM
Also recorded as Winter Bottom
Winterbottom
Winterbottom is an English surname of toponymic origin, derived from the Old English word "winter" meaning 'winter' and "bodme" meaning 'dweller in the valley'. The name likely originated from a person who lived in a valley during the winter months.
Distribution
The surname Winterbottom is predominantly found in the North West of England, particularly in the historical county of Lancashire. Over time, individuals with this surname have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable Individuals
Mike Winterbottom (b. 1961):
Mike Winterbottom is a renowned British film director known for his diverse range of works, including "24 Hour Party People" and "The Trip" series.
Aaron Winterbottom (b. 1985):
Aaron Winterbottom is a professional British athlete, known for his achievements in long-distance running and marathon competitions.
References
- Hanks, P., & Hodges, F. (1997). A dictionary of surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 2,519 people named Winterbottom in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,489th most common surname in Britain. Around 39 in a million people in Britain are named Winterbottom.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
Female
- Anne
- Claire
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jean
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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