RIDGEON
Ridgeon
Ridgeon is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the East Anglia region of the United Kingdom. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English word "hrycg," meaning ridge, and "tun," meaning settlement or enclosure, suggesting that the surname may have been used to describe individuals living near or on a ridge.
The earliest documented records of the Ridgeon surname date back to the medieval period in Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of England and beyond, often through migration and emigration.
Individuals bearing the surname Ridgeon have been involved in a variety of professions and activities, including agriculture, trade, and military service. The name has also been associated with notable figures in various fields, contributing to the diverse heritage of the Ridgeon family.
Today, the Ridgeon surname continues to be passed down through generations, with individuals proudly upholding the family name across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world. Like many surnames, Ridgeon serves as a link to the shared history and heritage of those who bear it, reflecting the rich tapestry of British genealogy and identity.
There are approximately 569 people named Ridgeon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Ridgeon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Glen
- John
- Jonathan
- Kevin
- Lee
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Henrietta
- Jean
- Karen
- Natalie
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan