FRENDO
Frendo
Origin and Meaning Frendo is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English word "frēond", meaning friend. The name likely originated as a nickname for a friendly or companionable person.
Distribution The surname Frendo is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in Southern England and London. It is not among the most common surnames in the country.
Notable Individuals
- Joseph Frendo (b. 1950) - Maltese historian and university professor known for his research on early modern Mediterranean history.
- John Frendo (b. 1978) - British musician and songwriter, known for his contributions to the indie rock scene in the 2000s.
Variants Variants of the surname Frendo include Friend, Friendo, and Frend.
Coat of Arms The Frendo family coat of arms features a traditional shield design with symbols representing friendship, loyalty, and camaraderie. The crest often includes motifs such as clasped hands or a handshake, emphasising the meaning of the name.
There are approximately 150 people named Frendo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Frendo.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Arthur
- Damian
- Daniel
- Darren
- Joseph
- Mark
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Simon
Female
- Analisa
- Anna
- Dominique
- Jane
- Josephine
- Michelle
- Nancy
- Rebecca
- Ruth
- Sharon