Westmacott Family History

From Westmancote in Bredon (Worcs), which is recorded as Westmonecote in 1086. The place-name means ‘the cottages of the western men’ from Old English west ‘west western’.

It is derived from the elements mann ‘man’ (genitive plural manna) and cot ‘cottage hut shelter’ (plural cotu). This linguistic origin provides insight into the historical context of the area.

Place-names often reflect the geography and settlement patterns of their time, revealing much about the people who lived there.

Understanding these names helps us appreciate the rich cultural history of the region, as well as the evolution of the English language.

Westmancote, like many other place-names, carries a story that connects modern inhabitants to their historical roots.