Bede

Meaning

Prayer or one who prays.

Etymology

From Old English 'bede' meaning prayer or petition. The name may also derive from the personal name Beda, famously borne by the Venerable Bede.

About the Bede Surname

An archaic English surname with religious connotations, likely referring to someone known for piety or prayer. The name gained historical significance through the renowned medieval scholar Bede.

Distribution

Rare in modern times, historically found in England.

Notable Bearers

Venerable Bede (673-735), Anglo-Saxon monk and historian

People with the Bede Surname