Croad

Croad is a British surname of Old English origin. The name is derived from the Middle English word "crawe" which means 'a crow' or 'a crow-like appearance'. It is believed to have originally been used as a nickname for someone with dark hair or a dark complexion, similar to the colour of a crow.

The Croad surname is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in the historic county of Cornwall. The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Crowde, Crowde, Crowd and Croud.

Notable individuals with the surname Croad include English cricketer Dwayne Croad, who played for the Yorkshire County Cricket Club in the late 19th century.

The Croad surname is relatively uncommon in modern times, but individuals with this surname have made significant contributions to British society in various fields.

Typical given names associated with the Croad surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Duncan
  • Graham
  • John
  • Lee
  • Michael
  • Nick
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Roger
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Betty
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Hannah
  • Jacqueline
  • Janet
  • Kim
  • Mandy
  • Patricia
  • Victoria

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There are approximately 459 people named Croad in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Croad.

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