WEDGE
Wedge
Wedge is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "weċ", meaning a piece of land in a marsh. The surname is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived on or near such land.
The Wedge surname is mainly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in counties such as Surrey, Sussex, and Hampshire. Over time, the name may have spread to other parts of England and beyond due to migration and immigration patterns.
Variants of the Wedge surname include Wadge and Wadge. Individuals with the surname Wedge have been recorded in historical documents such as census records, parish registers, and other genealogical sources, providing insights into the distribution and history of the surname.
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In modern times, the Wedge surname continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in other countries where descendants may have migrated. The historical significance and regional distribution of the Wedge surname make it a distinctive part of British genealogy and heritage.
Typical given names associated with the Wedge surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Annabel
- Carol
- Claire
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Samantha
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 1,481 people named Wedge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,410th most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Wedge.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Famous people named Wedge
- Stuart Wedge - Cricketer
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.