EADY
Eady
The surname Eady is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Eadwig", which means "prosperity in battle".
The name Eady can be found in various regions across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century in Norfolk.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Eady have been involved in a variety of professions and endeavours. This includes but is not limited to farming, trade, military service, and craftsmanship.
Today, individuals with the surname Eady can be found across the UK and in different parts of the world, with a diverse range of occupations and pursuits.
The name Eady, like many surnames, has undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, including Eadie, Edey, Eades, and Eadweard.
This entry provides a brief overview of the British surname Eady, its origins, historical significance, distribution, and variations.
There are approximately 1,262 people named Eady in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,162nd most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Eady.
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
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Robert
Female
- Amanda
- Anne
- Caroline
- Claire
- Dawn
- Gladys
- Helen
- Joanne
- Julie
- Lisa
- Lorraine
- Patricia
- Susan