About Widdows
The surname Widdows is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "widewe," meaning "widow." It was originally used as a nickname for someone who was a widow or whose father had died, and it eventually became a hereditary surname. The name may have also been given to someone who was perceived as having the characteristics or qualities associated with a widow, such as being solitary or independent. Overall, the surname Widdows signifies a connection to widowhood or widow-like attributes.
The surname Widdows is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Widdows 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 Widdows in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Widdows using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.