FAITHFUL
Faithful
Faithful is a surname of English origin that is derived from the Middle English word feythful, meaning loyal or steadfast in belief. The surname is a variant of the more common surname Faithfull.
Origins and Distribution
The surname Faithful is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in England and Scotland. It is most commonly found in regions with historical ties to agriculture and rural communities.
Notable Individuals
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Palmer Faithful: An English poet and playwright known for his works centered around themes of faith and loyalty.
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Eleanor Faithful: A philanthropist and social reformer during the Victorian era, recognised for her charitable contributions to education and women's rights.
Trivia
- The Faithful family crest features symbols representing loyalty, faith, and strength.
Variants
Variants of the surname Faithful include Faithfull, Faythful, and Fythful. Each variant may have different regional and historical origins, representing the diverse linguistic evolution of the surname over the centuries.
There are approximately 165 people named Faithful in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Faithful.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Darren
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Will
- William
Female
- Angela
- Ellen
- Janice
- Jean
- Joanne
- Julie
- Lucy
- Michelle
- Natalie
- Patricia
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.