Summary

The surname WARD can be traced back to Old English origins. It was originally a topographical name for someone who lived near a watchtower or guarded enclosed space. Ward can also be a variant of the occupational name for a guardian or keeper. Over time, the surname has spread across various English-speaking countries.
There are
260464
Wards in the USA
Ward is the
79th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Ward

AaronWard

Aaron Ward was a United States Navy officer who served during World War II. He commanded the destroyer USS "POPE" until it went down with all hands during the Battle of the Java Sea.

ArtemasWard

Artemas Ward was an American major general during the American Revolutionary War and a Congressman from Massachusetts.

FredWard

Fred Ward is an American actor known for his roles in movies such as "Tremors," "Escape from Alcatraz," and "The Right Stuff."

GemmaWard

Gemma Ward is an Australian model and actress who gained recognition as one of the most successful and in-demand models of the mid-2000s.

JohnWard

John Ward was an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and became known as the "Pirate Round" during the late 17th century.

LucyWard

Lucy Ward is a British folk singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

RussellWard

Russell Ward was an Australian historian and sociologist, best known for his book "The Australian Legend," which explored national character and identity in Australia.

SelaWard

Sela Ward is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows such as "Sisters," "Once and Again," and "CSI: NY."

SirJoseph

Sir Joseph Ward was a New Zealand politician who served as the 17th Prime Minister of New Zealand in the early 20th century.

ZackWard

Zack Ward is a Canadian actor known for his roles in movies such as "A Christmas Story," "Freddy vs. Jason," and "Transformers."

Ward Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Ward' is of Old English origin and is derived from the occupational name for a guardian or watchman. It comes from the Old English word 'weard,' meaning 'guard' or 'watch.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Ward' is most commonly found in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
VariationsVariations of the name 'Ward' include 'Warden,' 'Woodward,' 'Howard,' 'Wardle,' 'Warren,' 'Wardell,' 'Warden,' 'West,' 'Wardrope,' and 'Wardman.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Ward' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, especially during periods of British colonization and industrialization.