Beedie

Beedie is a Scottish and northern English surname of medieval origins. It is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Beda", which means prayer or an old English term for prayer.

The name Beedie is mainly found in Scotland, particularly in Aberdeenshire, where the family has had a significant presence for centuries. Over time, the surname spread to other parts of the UK and overseas.

Members of the Beedie family have been engaged in a variety of professions through the generations, including farmers, craftsmen, and merchants. The name has also been associated with philanthropy and community involvement.

Notable individuals bearing the Beedie surname include businessmen, academics, and artists. The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Canada is named after the family due to their philanthropic contributions to the institution.

The Beedie name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a sense of heritage and tradition among its bearers.

There are approximately 720 people named Beedie in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,500th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Beedie.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • David
  • Deryck
  • George
  • Gordon
  • Greg
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Robert
  • Shaun
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Elaine
  • Elizabeth
  • Gillian
  • Gp
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Norma
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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