Baldridge
TopographicMeaning
Derived from a place name meaning 'ridge of Bald' or 'bald ridge', referring to a bare or treeless ridge.
Etymology
The surname combines the Old English 'bald' meaning bare or bald with 'ridge' referring to a geographical feature. It likely originated as a topographic surname for someone living near such a geographical feature.
About the Baldridge Surname
An English topographic surname referring to a bare or treeless ridge. The name reflects the descriptive naming conventions of medieval England.
Distribution
Found primarily in England and North America, with concentrations in the southeastern United States.
Notable Bearers
Unknown