WOODSIDE
Woodside
Woodside is a surname of English origin that is thought to derive from a place name. The name likely comes from the Old English words "wudu" meaning wood and "side" meaning hillside or slope. As a toponymic surname, Woodside would have been given to people who lived near or at a wooded hillside.
Origins
The Woodside surname is found primarily in England, particularly in the northern regions such as Northumberland and Yorkshire. It is a toponymic surname, meaning it is linked to a specific place or geographical feature.
Notable Individuals
- John Woodside (1800-1867): A prominent industrialist and philanthropist from Manchester known for his contributions to the local community.
- Alice Woodside (1885-1954): A pioneering female scientist who made significant advancements in the field of botany.
- Edward Woodside (1921-1998): Renowned author and historian specializing in British medieval history.
Distribution
The Woodside surname is not as common as some other English surnames, but it can still be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries.
Variants
Variants of the Woodside surname may include Woodis, Woodsedge, and Woodseid.
References
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 366 people named Woodside in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Woodside.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- Samuel
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Anne
- Carolyn
- Diane
- Elizabeth
- Jennifer
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Sarah
- Tracie