Beckwith

The surname Beckwith originated in Yorkshire, England, and was derived from the Old Norse name Bekkr, meaning “stream” or “brook”, and the Old English word Wīth, meaning “ford”. The name was likely given to someone who lived near a stream with a ford. Notable individuals with the surname Beckwith include American entrepreneur and philanthropist, Paul Mellon Beckwith, and British artist and writer, Peter Beckwith. Today, the name is relatively uncommon, but can still be found in various parts of the world.