Savidge

The surname Savidge is of Old English origin, believed to have derived from the Medieval personal name "Savidge" or "Savidge," which itself is a variation of the name "Savage." The term "Savage" was originally used to describe someone fierce or wild.

The Savidge surname is primarily found in the southern regions of England, especially in counties such as Wiltshire, Hampshire, and Dorset. Over time, families with the surname Savidge have spread out to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Individuals bearing the Savidge surname have made contributions in various fields, including the arts, academia, and business. The name has been passed down through generations, reflecting a sense of pride and heritage among those who bear it.

Today, the Savidge surname continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, representing a lineage that has endured through centuries of history and culture.

There are approximately 728 people named Savidge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,413th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Savidge.

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

  • David
  • Derek
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Mark
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stuart
  • Thomas
  • Vaughan

Female

  • Alison
  • Amanda
  • Chloe
  • Dawn
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Joanne
  • Katherine
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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