Fradgley

Fradgley is a surname of English origin that is mainly found in the southern region of England. The name is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the place called Fareda's leigh.

The first recorded spelling of the family name is said to be that of Peter de Ffredeslegh in the Hundred Rolls of Devonshire, dated 1273. Over the centuries, variations of the name have appeared in records such as Fradlie, Fradleigh, and Friadley.

The geographical distribution of individuals with the Fradgley surname indicates concentrations in Surrey, Hampshire, and Sussex. The name has historically been associated with agricultural and rural communities in these areas.

Notable individuals bearing the Fradgley surname have made contributions in various fields, including the arts, academia, and business. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, embodying a rich heritage and connection to the history of the British Isles.

There are approximately 484 people named Fradgley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Fradgley.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Aaron
  • Anthony
  • Colin
  • David
  • George
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Claire
  • Donna
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Georgina
  • Gillian
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Linda
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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