Surridge

Surridge is a British surname of English origin. The name is believed to be locational, deriving from the Old French word "surrage," meaning a tax or payment made to a lord of the manor. It is likely that some families bearing the surname Surridge were involved in the collection or oversight of such payments in medieval times.

The earliest recorded instance of the Surridge surname dates back to the 14th century in the English county of Somerset. Over time, the surname has spread throughout various regions of England, with concentrations in counties such as Devon, Kent, and Sussex.

Individuals bearing the surname Surridge have been involved in a wide range of professions and activities over the centuries, including agriculture, trade, and military service. The name has also been associated with notable figures in British history, though exact details may vary depending on the specific branch of the Surridge family.

Today, the surname Surridge is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, but it continues to be borne by individuals who can trace their ancestry back to the historic roots of the name. Like many British surnames, Surridge serves as a link to the country's rich and diverse heritage.

There are approximately 1,907 people named Surridge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,376th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Surridge.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Martyn
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Alison
  • Brenda
  • Christine
  • Deborah
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jean
  • Julie
  • Linda
  • Lisa
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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