Frodsham

Frodsham is a surname of English origin, which is derived from the village of Frodsham in Cheshire, North West England. The village's name is believed to come from the Old English words "fród" meaning "wise" or "learned" and "ham" meaning "village" or "homestead". Therefore, Frodsham is thought to refer to a person from the village of Frodsham or a descendant of someone from the village.

The surname Frodsham is relatively rare and is most commonly found in the Cheshire region of England, where the village of Frodsham is located. Individuals with the surname Frodsham may have ancestral ties to this area or may have adopted the surname as a result of migration or other historical factors.

Research into the origins and history of the Frodsham surname is ongoing, and individuals interested in genealogy and family history may find further information by exploring historical records, archives, and other sources of genealogical information.

Overall, the Frodsham surname is a testament to the rich history and heritage of the Cheshire region and continues to be borne by individuals whose ancestors were connected to the village of Frodsham or who have adopted the name for its historical significance.

There are approximately 1,029 people named Frodsham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,207th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Frodsham.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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
  • David
  • Glynn
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Caroline
  • Carolyn
  • Elizabeth
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Penelope
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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