WORWOOD
Worwood
Worwood is an English surname of local origin, derived from the Old English words "weoh" meaning "shrine" and "wudu" meaning "wood." This suggests an ancestral connection to a wooded area near a religious shrine. The name was likely given to individuals who resided near or worked at such locations.
The Worwood surname has been predominantly found in the West Midlands and Worcestershire regions of England. Variants of the name include Worrwood and Woorwood.
Notable individuals bearing the Worwood surname have made contributions to various fields, though the surname itself is not widely known outside local histories and genealogical records.
The Worwood family name carries with it a heritage linked to both the natural landscape and religious traditions of England, reflecting the historical importance of wooded areas and sacred sites in shaping the cultural identity of the British Isles.
There are approximately 373 people named Worwood in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Worwood.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Arthur
- Daniel
- David
- Ian
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Owen
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- William
Female
- Alison
- Anna
- Carol
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jennifer
- Jenny
- Mary
- Maureen
- Samantha
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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