COLLEDGE
Colledge
Origin and Meaning
Colledge is a surname of English origin, derived from the Middle English word 'colage', meaning a group or collection of people. It is thought to have originated as a nickname for someone who was part of a close-knit community or group.
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Colledge is relatively uncommon and is mainly found in the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries. It is most prevalent in regions with historical connections to England, such as Australia, New Zealand, and the United States.
Notable Individuals
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John Colledge (1905-1987): A British naval officer who served as the captain of HMS Ajax during the Second World War. He played a key role in the Battle of the River Plate in 1939.
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Gemma Colledge (b. 1981): A British figure skater who competed in the 2006 Winter Olympics. She won multiple medals in international competitions during her career.
Variants
Variants of the surname Colledge include Collidge and Colidge, which reflect historical variations in spelling and pronunciation.
There are approximately 1,842 people named Colledge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,499th most common surname in Britain. Around 28 in a million people in Britain are named Colledge.
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
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Amanda
- Carol
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Janet
- Jean
- Julie
- Karen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sara
- Sarah
- Susan