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history of the name WAITE

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Raymond

Raymond Report 15 Dec 2003 16:53

can any one tell me the history of the name "WAITE" and where it originated from please.

Dave

Dave Report 15 Dec 2003 21:39

Hi Raymond, The Waite surname is classified as of occupational origin, taken from the trade or profession of the original bearer – a Wait / Waite was a guard, watchman or night – watchman. Dave

Debbi

Debbi Report 17 Dec 2003 16:51

hi raymond, im wondering if you are in London at all .......wild goose chase probably but lost touch with a friend with the same surname as yours and he came from Canning Town London. Regards Debbi