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The register of Kirk Ella, Co. York : baptisms, 1558-1837, burials, 1558-1837, marriages, 1558-1841
What is the origin of the name Wilberforce?
from Wilberfoss (ER Yorks) which is recorded as Wilburgfosse in 1201. The place-name derives from the Old English female personal name Wilburg + Old English *foss ‘ditch’.