Braddick

Braddick is a distinguished British surname with its origins traced back to the Middle Ages. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon descent and is believed to have originated in Devon, a county in South West England.

The name 'Braddick' is thought to be of locational origin, deriving from the Old English word 'brād' meaning "broad" and the Old English word 'ċumb' meaning "valley." This suggests that the surname Braddick may have been used to describe individuals who lived near or within a broad valley.

Throughout history, bearers of the surname Braddick have been prominently associated with various professions and occupations. The family name has been recorded in historical documents and archives, reflecting the long-standing presence of individuals bearing the Braddick surname in British society.

Today, individuals with the surname Braddick can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to migration and globalisation. The name continues to carry a sense of heritage and connection to British history, adding to the rich tapestry of surnames in the country.

There are approximately 632 people named Braddick in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Braddick.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Graham
  • John
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Samuel
  • Stephen
  • Steve
  • Steven

Female

  • Amy
  • Deborah
  • Jacqueline
  • Janet
  • Kirsty
  • Linda
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Sandra
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Zoe

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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