GOODFELLOW
Also recorded as Good Fellow
Goodfellow
Goodfellow is a surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Middle English words "god" and "fellow", meaning "good companion" or "good fellow". It likely originated as a nickname for someone who was considered to be kind, friendly, or jovial.
The Goodfellow surname is found predominantly in England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Surrey. The name has historical roots in these regions, dating back to medieval times.
Individuals with the Goodfellow surname have been found in various historical records, including census data, parish registers, and land records. The name has also been documented in local histories and genealogies.
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In modern times, the Goodfellow surname continues to be used by families in the United Kingdom and around the world. It carries with it a sense of camaraderie and goodwill, reflecting its origins in medieval England.
Overall, the Goodfellow surname is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the social and cultural history of the region.
There are approximately 4,356 people named Goodfellow in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,156th most common surname in Britain. Around 67 in a million people in Britain are named Goodfellow.
Surname type: Nickname
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
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Anne
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Janet
- Jean
- Julie
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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