TREADAWAY
Treadaway
Treadaway is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the Old English word "þreda" which means "thread" and "weg" which translates to "way" or "path". The surname likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a weaver or was involved in the textile industry.
The Treadaway family name has been predominantly found in the southern region of England, specifically in Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. Over the centuries, bearers of this surname have spread across various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
One of the more notable bearers of the Treadaway surname is the British acting duo Luke Treadaway and Harry Treadaway, who have garnered recognition for their performances on screen and stage.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling have emerged over time, including Treadyway, Tredaway, Treday, and Tredaaway.
The Treadaway family name holds a place in British history and continues to be carried by individuals across the globe, serving as a link to the past and a testament to the society and culture of the times in which it originated.
There are approximately 345 people named Treadaway in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Treadaway.
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
- Ben
- David
- George
- Jonathan
- Keith
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steven
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Betty
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Frances
- Janet
- Joan
- Julia
- Laura
- Margaret
- Maria
- Patricia
- Sharon
- Sheila