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Origins of the Aldridge surname

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What does the name Aldridge mean?

This surname has a number of potential origins. Most commonly it may derive from a location, in Staffordshire. It was recorded in the Domesday Book as Alrewic, from the Old English Alor (alder) Wic (dwelling or farmstead). It possibly could be descended from the Saxon Aethelric (Noble Ruler), or as a patronymic derived from an ancestor's name (the son of Alderich).

Alternative variations of the name Aldridge

Aldridge, Aldrich, Alderidge, Aldrech, Aldryche

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Where do most Aldridges live?

In 1921, most Aldridges lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Aldridges

How common is your surname?

771st most common surname in the UK

We have 63,400 records for the Aldridge surname. The oldest one dates back to 1538.

Who were Aldridges most likely to marry?

Smiths

&

Joneses

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What are the most common Aldridge first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Aldridges

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Aldridges in 1921
Laundress

231

Dressmaker

217

Domestic Servant

172

General Servant Domestic

149

General Servant

136

Common Male occupations for Aldridges in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

431

General Labourer

262

Farm Labourer

189

Carpenter

154

Bricklayer

133

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