DADE

Also recorded as D'Ade, D'ade

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Dade

Dade is a surname of English origin, derived from the medieval given name "Dade" or "Dadey," which in turn evolved from the Old English personal name "Dadi," a nickname meaning "father." The surname Dade is classified as a patronymic, denoting that the original bearer was the son of someone named Dade.

The Dade surname has been traced back to ancient times in England, particularly in the county of Yorkshire. The name has scattered occurrences across different regions of England, indicating that the Dade family may have been widespread.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Dade include Frederick Dade, an influential British architect renowned for his elegant designs in the late 19th century, and Sarah Dade, a prominent 18th-century philanthropist known for her charitable works.

The Dade surname continues to be present in modern Britain, with individuals bearing this name found in various professional fields and regions across the country. The genealogy and history of the Dade family are subject to ongoing research, contributing to the broader understanding of British heritage and lineage.

There are approximately 968 people named Dade in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,554th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Dade.

Surname type: From given name or forename

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Ireland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Christopher
David
John
Jonathan
Michael
Paul
Peter
Richard
Robert
Stephen
Steven

Female

Amanda
Christine
Claire
Emma
Joanne
Kathleen
Margaret
Michelle
Nicola
Sarah
Sheila
Susan
Vanessa

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