WOLSTENCROFT
Also recorded as Wolsten Croft, Wolsten-Croft
Wolstencroft
Wolstencroft is a surname of English origin, most commonly found in the North West region of England, particularly in areas such as Lancashire and Greater Manchester. The name is believed to be of locational origin, deriving from the Old English words "Wulfstan" meaning "wolf stone" and "croft" which referred to a small area of cultivated land.
The surname Wolstencroft is thought to have originated from a place named Wolstencroft or a similar variation, although no definitive location has been identified. The name first appears in historical records in the 16th century in the Lancashire region.
Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Wolstencroft have been associated with various professions and fields, including agriculture, trade, academia, and the arts. The name has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and has been carried by emigrants to countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.
In contemporary times, Wolstencroft remains a relatively uncommon surname, with individuals bearing the name found across different walks of life. The name's historical roots in the North West of England have contributed to its regional association and identity within the broader context of British surnames.
There are approximately 1,115 people named Wolstencroft in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,789th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Wolstencroft.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- David
- James
- Jan
- John
- Julian
- Lee
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Steven
- Vincent
Female
- Claire
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Kathryn
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Sarah
