Fried

Fried is a surname of Ashkenazi Jewish origin. It is derived from the Yiddish word "frid," meaning peace. The name most likely originated as a nickname for a peaceful or peace-loving individual.

The Fried surname is widely found among Jewish communities in the United Kingdom and around the world. Many bearers of this surname can trace their roots back to Eastern Europe, particularly regions with a significant Jewish population such as Poland, Russia, and Ukraine.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Fried have made notable contributions in various fields including academia, science, business, and the arts. The surname has been anglicised differently over time and across regions, resulting in variations such as Freed, Friedman, and Freedman.

Today, the surname Fried continues to be passed down through generations and remains a significant part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 155 people named Fried in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Fried.

Religion of origin: Jewish

Language of origin: Hebrew

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abraham
  • Alexander
  • Avigdor
  • Bradley
  • David
  • Hans
  • Jacob
  • Jonathan
  • Mark
  • Robert
  • Simon

Female

  • Annabel
  • Bertha
  • Brocha
  • Elizabeth
  • Feigy
  • Katherine
  • Lauren
  • Mary
  • Miriam
  • 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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