LAPIDGE
Lapidge
Lapidge is a British surname that has its origins in the Middle Ages. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is locational in nature, derived from the village of "Lapworth" in Warwickshire, England. The village's name means "Lēapa's enclosure" in Old English, with "Lēapa" likely being a personal name.
The surname Lapidge is considered to be fairly uncommon, with most individuals bearing this name being likely descended from families who resided in or near Lapworth in medieval times. Historical records show that individuals bearing the surname Lapidge have been found predominantly in the regions of Warwickshire and the West Midlands.
Over time, the surname Lapidge may have undergone variations in spelling, such as Lapitch or Lapich, due to factors like phonetic changes and regional dialects. Today, individuals with the surname Lapidge can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and, due to migration and dispersal, in other parts of the world as well.
Like many surnames of British origin, Lapidge reflects the rich tapestry of the country's history and the diverse influences that have shaped its language and culture over the centuries.
There are approximately 157 people named Lapidge in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Lapidge.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Daniel
- David
- James
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Philip
- Roger
- Stefan
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Ada
- Cleopatra
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Gemma
- Joyce
- Laura
- Margaret
- Stephanie
- Susan