FEREDAY
Fereday
Fereday is a distinguished surname of English origin, primarily found in the West Midlands region of England. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "fearn," meaning fern, and "daeg," meaning day, and was used to describe someone who lived near a fern-covered piece of land.
The Fereday family name has been documented in historical records dating back to the 16th century in the Staffordshire and Worcestershire counties. The surname has various spelling variations over the centuries, including Fereday, Farraday, and Ferreday. Notable individuals bearing the Fereday surname have been recorded in various local and national historical archives, particularly in connection to agricultural and industrial pursuits common in the West Midlands during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Fereday is a less common surname compared to others of English origin, but individuals with this name have contributed to the cultural and social heritage of the region. Like many British surnames, the Fereday family name has likely evolved and spread through migrations, marriages, and trade connections over time.
Today, individuals with the surname Fereday can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, reflecting the global diaspora of British families. Modern genealogical research and DNA analysis techniques offer opportunities for individuals with the Fereday surname to trace their ancestral roots and connect with others who share their heritage.
There are approximately 1,267 people named Fereday in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,141st most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Fereday.
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
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- William
Female
- Carole
- Christine
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Heather
- Jacqueline
- Judith
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Stephanie
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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