TRETHEWEY
Trethewey
Trethewey is a surname with Cornish origins, derived from the Cornish language, meaning "homestead by the river". The name is of topographical origin, indicating that the original bearer of the surname lived near a river or stream.
The Trethewey name has been historically found primarily in Cornwall, England, where the Cornish language and culture have thrived. It is a surname that is associated with a deep-rooted connection to the land and nature.
Trethewey is a distinguished surname that has been passed down through generations, reflecting the long history of the families that bear it. Today, individuals with the surname Trethewey can be found not only in Cornwall but also in other parts of the United Kingdom and even beyond.
The surname Trethewey is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, representing the heritage and identity of the families who proudly carry it.
There are approximately 566 people named Trethewey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Trethewey.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
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
- Bryan
- Chris
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Joseph
- Mark
- Michael
- Oliver
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Angela
- Anna
- Anne
- Elizabeth
- Jennifer
- Leann
- Louise
- Margaret
- Nichola
- Sarah
- Shirley