GOODHEW
Goodhew
Goodhew is a surname of English origin that is believed to have been derived from the Old English personal name "Godhaelm", which combines the elements "god", meaning good or god, and "haelm", meaning helmet or protection. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who was considered a good protector or guardian.
The Goodhew surname is most commonly found in the eastern counties of England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. The name has spread to other parts of the country and can now be found throughout the United Kingdom and in various English-speaking countries around the world.
Individuals with the Goodhew surname have been recorded in various historical documents, including parish records, census data, and military archives. Notable bearers of the Goodhew surname may have contributed to different fields, but detailed information about specific individuals may be limited due to the commonality of the name.
As with many surnames, the popularity and distribution of the Goodhew name have evolved over time, influenced by factors such as migration, social status, and cultural trends. Today, individuals with the surname Goodhew continue to bear a connection to their English heritage and carry on the legacy of their ancestors who first adopted this surname centuries ago.
There are approximately 972 people named Goodhew in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,536th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Goodhew.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Thomas
Female
- Charlotte
- Emma
- Ge
- Jean
- Laura
- Lesley
- Linda
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan