About Papworth
The surname Papworth is of English origin and is derived from a place name in Cambridgeshire, England. The name is composed of the Old English elements "papa," meaning "priest," and "worth," meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." Therefore, the surname Papworth likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near or was associated with a priest's settlement or enclosure.
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The surname Papworth is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Papworth based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Papworth in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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