Tedford

Tedford is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English personal name Tata and the Old English word ford, meaning "a shallow area in a river that can be crossed".

The Tedford family name is believed to have its roots in the region of East Anglia in England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. The surname has evolved over centuries and has been recorded in various spellings such as Tadford, Tidford, Tetford, and others.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Tedford have been noted in various records and documents, indicating their presence in British society.

Notable bearers of the Tedford surname include individuals involved in various fields such as sports, academia, and public service.

The Tedford surname represents a part of the rich tapestry of British history and heritage, embodying the legacy of the families that have carried this name through generations.

There are approximately 333 people named Tedford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Tedford.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Colin
  • Craig
  • David
  • Garry
  • Gary
  • George
  • James
  • John
  • Nigel
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Carol
  • Caroline
  • Dianne
  • Eileen
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jennifer
  • Louise
  • Marion
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Wendy

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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