SHOEBRIDGE
Shoebridge
Shoebridge is a British surname of Old English origin. The name is derived from the Middle English words "shoe" and "bridge," indicating someone who lived near or worked at a bridge where shoes were made or repaired.
The surname Shoebridge is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in the historic counties of Surrey and Kent. The first recorded instance of the surname dates back to the early 13th century in Surrey.
Over the centuries, the Shoebridge family has been involved in various professions and trades, including shoemaking, bridge construction, and agriculture. The name has spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with descendants of Shoebridge families found in Australia, Canada, and the United States.
Notable individuals with the surname Shoebridge have made significant contributions in various fields, including politics, business, and the arts. The name has remained relatively uncommon but continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its historical roots in the British Isles.
There are approximately 742 people named Shoebridge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,280th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Shoebridge.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Bernard
- Charles
- David
- Ian
- James
- Leonard
- Matthew
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Wesley
Female
- Catherine
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Jeane
- Julie
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sharon
- Susan
- Tracy
Similar and related surnames
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