Beckworth

Meaning

Dwelling place near a stream or beck with an enclosure or farm.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'beck' (stream) and 'worth' (enclosure, homestead). The surname emerged in northern England where beck is a common topographical term.

About the Beckworth Surname

A topographic surname indicating residence near a stream with an associated settlement or farm. The name reflects the Anglo-Saxon settlement patterns of northern England.

Distribution

Primarily found in England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire regions.

Notable Bearers

Uncommon surname with limited notable historical figures

People with the Beckworth Surname