WORSDALE
Worsdale
Worsdale is an ancient British surname with roots dating back to the early medieval period. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name Wurð, meaning "enclosure" or "settlement," combined with dæl, meaning "valley."
The name Worsdale is mainly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. It is believed that the original bearers of the surname were likely to have been inhabitants of a valley or settlement named after a person named Wurth.
Over the centuries, the Worsdale family has been recorded in various historical documents, such as parish records, census data, and heraldic archives. Members of the Worsdale family have been involved in diverse occupations ranging from agriculture to trade. The surname has spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with some branches of the family emigrating to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Today, individuals with the surname Worsdale can be found across the globe, contributing to various fields and industries. The name continues to be a testament to the rich history and heritage of the British people.
There are approximately 269 people named Worsdale in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Worsdale.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Andrew
- David
- Frank
- John
- Jonathan
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Rupert
Female
- Amanda
- Amy
- Angela
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Hayley
- Louise
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Victoria