PRODGER
Prodger
Prodger is an English surname of medieval origin, derived from the Old English word "proh" meaning a young pig or hog, and "ger" meaning "spear". The surname may have been occupational in nature, indicating a pig farmer or someone involved in the pork industry.
History and Distribution
The surname Prodger first appeared in records in the English counties of Wiltshire and Somerset in the 13th century. Over time, the name has spread throughout the United Kingdom and to various parts of the world through immigration and migration patterns. Today, individuals bearing the surname Prodger can be found across the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with historic ties to the agricultural industry.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Prodger include:
- John Prodger (1810-1871): An English botanist known for his contributions to the study of plant species found in the British Isles.
- Elizabeth Prodger (b. 1965): A British art historian specialising in Renaissance art and portraiture.
Variants
Variants of the surname Prodger include Proger, Progger, and Pridger.
References
- Reaney, P.H., & Wilson, R.M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coats of Arms, J., & McBride, A. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 428 people named Prodger in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Prodger.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- Gary
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Peter
- Terry
Female
- Alison
- Christine
- Jane
- Jean
- Joan
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Natalie
- Patricia
- Rita
- Susan