Allred

The surname Allred is of English origin and is believed to be derived from the Old English personal name Æðelræd, which means "noble counsel". The name is primarily found in the southern region of England, particularly in the counties of Somerset and Devon.

The Allred family has a long history in Britain, with records dating back to the medieval period. They were known to have been landowners and farmers, contributing to the local economy and community.

Over time, the surname Allred has spread to various parts of the world, particularly to the United States, where many Allred descendants have settled and established themselves.

The name Allred has several variant spellings, including Aldred, Alred, and Alldred. It is a relatively uncommon surname but is still proudly carried by those with roots in the British Isles.

There are approximately 200 people named Allred in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Allred.

Surname type: From given name or forename

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Anthony
  • Barry
  • Bryan
  • Craig
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Les
  • Lincoln
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Shaun

Female

  • Brenda
  • Colette
  • Dorothy
  • Gemma
  • Helen
  • Joan
  • Joanne
  • Katharine
  • Lynne
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Sharlene
  • Susan
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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