ERITH
Erith
Erith is a surname of English origin. It is believed to derive from the Old English word "eorthe," meaning 'plough' or 'field', and was likely used as a topographic name for someone who lived near or worked on arable land.
The name Erith is most commonly found in the southeastern part of England, particularly in the county of Kent. The town of Erith, located in the London Borough of Bexley, may have also contributed to the prevalence of this surname in the region.
Notable individuals with the surname Erith include John Erith, a 19th-century English architect known for his work in the Gothic Revival style.
The surname Erith is relatively rare and has not been as widely documented as some other English surnames. However, its roots in Old English and association with agricultural land hint at the rich history and heritage of those who bear this surname.
There are approximately 124 people named Erith in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Erith.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Charles
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Michael
- Samuel
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Charlotte
- Jacqueline
- Josephine
- Laura
- Lily
- Paula
- Penelope
- Perdita
- Sara