WORSNOP
Worsnop
Worsnop is a surname of English origin that has long historical roots in the Yorkshire region of England. The name is believed to have derived from the Old Norse personal name "Ormr", meaning serpent or dragon, and the Old English word "slop", which was used to refer to a muddy small valley or a hollow between hills.
The first recorded instance of the surname Worsnop can be traced back to early medieval England, specifically to the West Yorkshire area. Over the centuries, families bearing this name have been associated with various parts of Yorkshire, particularly in places like Keighley, Skipton, and Bingley.
Individuals with the surname Worsnop have historically been linked with a variety of occupations, including farming, textiles, and trade. The name has also been associated with notable figures in local communities, as well as individuals who have achieved prominence in various fields.
Today, the surname Worsnop continues to be found predominantly in the Yorkshire region of England, with some branches of the family having spread to other parts of the country and even overseas.
The name Worsnop carries with it a sense of heritage and history that reflects the traditions and origins of the Yorkshire area. It remains a proud symbol of English culture and identity.
There are approximately 678 people named Worsnop in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,925th most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Worsnop.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- Howard
- John
- Jonathan
- Kevin
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Stuart
Female
- Ann
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Julie
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sharon
- Sue