GOTHERIDGE
Gotheridge
Gotheridge is a British surname that is of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is believed to have been derived from the Old English personal name "Goderic," which in turn was composed of the elements "god," meaning good or god, and "rice," meaning powerful or rich.
The earliest recorded instances of the surname Gotheridge are found in medieval England, indicating that the name has ancient roots within the British Isles. Over the centuries, the surname has been associated with various regions across the nation, with concentrations of Gotheridge families found particularly in areas such as the Midlands and the South of England.
Like many surnames of English origin, the spelling and pronunciation of Gotheridge have evolved over time, influenced by factors such as dialectal variations and the recording practices of the era. Despite this, the surname has maintained its distinctiveness and continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and beyond.
Today, the surname Gotheridge remains relatively rare, contributing to its intriguing nature and making it a subject of interest for genealogists, historians, and individuals researching their family heritage.
There are approximately 179 people named Gotheridge in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Gotheridge.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Colin
- Craig
- David
- Joel
- John
- Michael
- Mik
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Gail
- Gillian
- Jean
- Jenny
- Katie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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