About Witherspoon
The surname Witherspoon is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "wither" meaning "against" or "opposite" and "spoon" meaning "splinter" or "chip." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a prominent splinter or chip in a landscape, such as a rocky outcrop or a tree stump. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, Witherspoon.
The surname Witherspoon is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Witherspoon 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 Witherspoon in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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