Tidey

Tidey is a surname of English origin that has various possible derivations. One possibility is that it may be topographical, referring to someone who lived near a tideway or a place affected by tides. Another theory suggests it could be derived from the Old Norse personal name Teitr, meaning "cheerful" or "brisk".

The Tidey surname is most commonly found in the South East of England, particularly in counties such as Sussex and Kent. The name has likely been passed down through generations, with individuals bearing this surname having likely been part of these local communities for centuries.

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Overall, the Tidey surname reflects a connection to the English landscape and may have originated from a variety of sources, making it a name with a rich and diverse history.

There are approximately 656 people named Tidey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Tidey.

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

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Geoffrey
  • Ian
  • John
  • Keith
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Carol
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Fiona
  • Georgina
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Katie
  • Laura
  • Patricia
  • Paula
  • Sara
  • Sarah
  • Valerie

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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