EDRIDGE
Edridge
Edridge is a surname of English origin, particularly found in the southern counties of England. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Eadric," meaning "rich and powerful."
The Edridge surname can be traced back to feudal times in England when surnames became a necessity for the purpose of identification. The earliest records of the name date back to the 13th century.
Throughout history, individuals with the surname Edridge have been noted in various records and documents, reflecting their presence in different regions of England. The name has maintained its presence through generations, with descendants spreading to different parts of the country and, eventually, the world.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Edridge have made contributions in various fields such as literature, arts, and sciences, further enriching the heritage associated with the name.
Today, the surname Edridge continues to be borne by many families in the United Kingdom and beyond, serving as a link to their ancestral roots and history.
There are approximately 305 people named Edridge in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Edridge.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Anthony
- Brian
- David
- Dominic
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Simon
- William
Female
- Anna
- Diane
- Gg
- Hazel
- Julie
- Karen
- Katarina
- Katie
- Lorraine
- Louise
- Maren
- Patricia
- Susan
- Tracey