Surnames: W, X, Y and Z

WAYCOTT One-Name Study

Maureen Kenchington is conducting a one-name study of the surname WAYCOTT.  The surname appears to have originated exclusively in Devon and further details can be found at her Guild of One-Name Studies page.

WESTAWAY Family's Devon Origins

A one-name study of the surname WESTAWAY and variants first mentioned in the 15th century and who for for several hundred years lived mainly in one around around Okehampton in the parishes of South Tawton, Belstone, Inwardleigh and Sampford Courtney.   This site contains a wealth of information that will be of interest to WESTAWAY researchers.  Hosted by Sheila Yeo.

WILLS & SHORT Families of Devon

Hosted by Philip Wills with information on his own family and linked individuals from various parishes.