KETTERIDGE
Ketteridge
Ketteridge is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Cydda" or "Cytta" with the suffix "-ridge," which means "ridge of land." This surname is primarily found in the south of England, particularly in the counties of Wiltshire and Hampshire.
The earliest known record of the Ketteridge surname dates back to the late 16th century in the parish registers of Wiltshire. Over the centuries, the Ketteridge name has been borne by various individuals who have contributed to British society in different ways.
The Ketteridge family name is relatively rare, and individuals bearing this surname are often proud of their heritage and ancestry. The name is most commonly found in historical records, particularly in connection with land ownership and agricultural endeavours.
Today, individuals with the surname Ketteridge can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies. The Ketteridge name continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive a piece of English heritage.
There are approximately 364 people named Ketteridge in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Ketteridge.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Benjamin
- Brian
- David
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Robin
- Ross
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Alice
- Anne
- Jacqueline
- Laura
- Louise
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
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