PRESTIDGE
Prestidge
Prestidge is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "preost," meaning priest, and "edge," which probably denoted a boundary or geographical feature. The surname likely originated as a name for someone who lived near or worked at the edge of a priest's land or boundary.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Prestidge dates back to the 14th century in Warwickshire, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as families migrated and settled in different regions.
Individuals bearing the surname Prestidge can be found in diverse professions and walks of life. The name has maintained a presence in British society, with notable individuals contributing to their communities in various fields.
Today, the surname Prestidge continues to be passed down through generations, linking modern-day individuals to their ancestral roots. The study of genealogy and family history has allowed many individuals to trace their lineage back to the original bearers of the Prestidge surname, providing a deeper understanding of their heritage and connections to the past.
There are approximately 700 people named Prestidge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,701st most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Prestidge.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Alan
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Keith
- Leslie
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Steven
Female
- Angela
- Annette
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Fiona
- Jacqueline
- Joanne
- Karen
- Linda
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Tegan
Similar and related surnames
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