PARTRIDGE

Partridge

Origin:
Partridge is an English surname of occupational origin deriving from the Middle English word ‘pertrich’. The name was given to those who either worked as partridge catchers or traders of partridges in medieval England.

Coat of Arms:
The Partridge coat of arms features elements such as a red shield adorned with three golden partridges in a chevron pattern, symbolising the family’s profession or association with this bird.

Distribution:
The surname Partridge is most commonly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Sussex, Hampshire, and Kent.

Notable Individuals:

• John Partridge (1644–1715): Renowned English almanac publisher and astrologer during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
• Maud Durbin Partridge (1870–1953): Pioneering British suffragette and women’s rights advocate in the early 20th century.
• Alan Partridge: Fictional character created and portrayed by comedian Steve Coogan, representing a humorous parody of a quintessential British media personality.

Trivia:
The surname Partridge may also be associated with the popular British game bird, the grey partridge (Perdix perdix), which has been an iconic feature of the British countryside for centuries.

References:

• Reaney, Percy H., and Wilson, Richard M. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Routledge, 2005.
• Hey, David. Family Names and Family History. Hambledon Continuum, 2006.

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
• Christopher
• David
• James
• John
• Mark
• Michael
• Richard
• Robert
• Stephen

Female

• Elizabeth
• Emma
• Helen
• Julie
• Karen
• Lisa
• Margaret
• Nicola
• Patricia
• Sarah
• Susan

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