BRIDGWATER
Bridgwater
Bridgwater is a surname of English origin, derived from the town of Bridgwater in Somerset, South West England. The town itself is situated on the River Parrett and has a rich history dating back to the medieval period. The surname likely originated as a locational surname, used to identify individuals who hailed from or had connections to Bridgwater.
The earliest recorded instances of the Bridgwater surname date back to the 14th century in the historical records of Somerset. Over the centuries, the surname has spread beyond the town itself, with individuals bearing the name found throughout the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world.
Those bearing the Bridgwater surname may have a connection to the town of Bridgwater, either through ancestry or residency, or they may have inherited the surname from ancestors who once resided in or had associations with the town. As with many surnames, variations in spelling can be found over time, such as Bridgewater or Bridegwater.
Today, individuals with the surname Bridgwater can be found in a variety of professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The surname serves as a reminder of the historical significance of the town of Bridgwater and its enduring legacy in the culture and heritage of England.
There are approximately 947 people named Bridgwater in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,679th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Bridgwater.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Mj
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stanley
- Steven
Female
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Karen
- Lucy
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracy
Similar and related surnames
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