WRIDE
Wride
Origin and Meanings Wride is a surname of English origin. It is believed to be a variant of the surname "Ride," originating from the medieval English word "riden," meaning to clear land. Another possible origin is the Old Norse personal name "Hreiðarr." Variations of the name include "Wryde" and "Wright."
Distribution The surname Wride is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Bedfordshire. It is also present in Australia, Canada, and the United States due to migration and emigration patterns over the centuries.
Notable Individuals
- John Wride (1898 – 1977): An English cricketer who played for Derbyshire in the early 20th century.
- Elizabeth Wride (b. 1955): A British artist known for her abstract paintings exhibited in various galleries across the UK.
- Simon Wride (b. 1969): A British author and historian specialising in Medieval English literature.
Coat of Arms The Wride family coat of arms features elements such as a silver lion rampant on a blue shield topped with a barred helmet symbolising strength and dignity.
Legacy The surname Wride has been carried by individuals across different fields, contributing to the cultural and historical tapestry of Britain. It continues to be passed down through generations, symbolising familial heritage and pride.
There are approximately 680 people named Wride in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,901st most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Wride.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Daniel
- David
- Graham
- Ian
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Philip
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Alison
- Beverly
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Josephine
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan