WORFOLK
Worfolk
Worfolk is a British surname that is of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English words "waer," meaning "weir" or "dam," and "folc," meaning "people." As such, the surname Worfolk is thought to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a weir or dam or as an occupational name for a worker at such a structure.
The Worfolk surname is primarily found in the West Yorkshire region of England, with notable concentrations in Leeds and its surrounding areas. The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including "Worfolke" and "Worfoulk," illustrating the fluidity of spelling in historical records.
Individuals bearing the Worfolk surname have been associated with a variety of occupations and social statuses throughout history. The distribution of the surname across different regions of the UK suggests that the Worfolks were a relatively dispersed family rather than concentrated in a specific industry or trade.
While the exact origins and history of the Worfolk surname may vary from one family to another, its presence in British records highlights its longstanding connection to the local communities of West Yorkshire and its surrounding areas.
There are approximately 65 people named Worfolk in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Worfolk.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Stephen
Female
- Shari