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Westrop Family History

Westrop Surname Meaning

From a metathesized form of Westhorp surviving in place-names such as Westrop in Highworth (Wilts) and Westrip in Cherington (Gloucs),

we find interesting examples of how place-names evolve over time.

These variations highlight the linguistic changes that can occur within geographical terminology.

Additionally, the lost Westropps in Gestingthorpe (Essex) further emphasizes the historical significance of these names.

Studying such names provides insight into the cultural and linguistic history of these regions.

Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016


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Where is the Westrop family from?

You can see how Westrop families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Westrop family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1880 and 1920. The most Westrop families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 50 Westrop families living in London. This was about 28% of all the recorded Westrop's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Westrop families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Westrop surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Westrop ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Colliery Hewer and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Westrop. 43% of Westrop men worked as a Colliery Hewer and 90% of Westrop women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties. Some less common occupations for Americans named Westrop were Window Cleaner and Unpaid Domestic.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1939

  • Colliery Hewer
    43%
  • Solicitors Clerk
    29%
  • Window Cleaner
    29%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    90%
  • Machinist Shirt
    4%
  • Cook
    4%
  • Unpaid Domestic
    4%

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Census Records

There are 5,000 census records available for the last name Westrop. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Westrop census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 315 immigration records available for the last name Westrop. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 301 military records available for the last name Westrop. For the veterans among your Westrop ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Westrop lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2003, in the United States, Westrop life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Westrop in 1963 was 73, and 56 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Westrop ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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