TheNameDBBridges
TopographicMeaning
Derived from someone who lived near or worked at a bridge.
Etymology
From the Old English 'brycg' meaning bridge, combined with the locative suffix. The surname identified individuals living adjacent to notable bridges or those responsible for bridge maintenance.
About the Bridges Surname
Bridges is a topographic surname indicating residence near a bridge, a significant landmark in medieval settlements. The name reflects the importance of bridges as crossing points and gathering places in early English communities.
Distribution
Widespread throughout England and Wales, with significant populations in the United States and Australia.