TheNameDBLady
OccupationalMeaning
From the title or status of a lady, or from Old English 'hlæfdige' (loaf-kneader).
Etymology
Derived from the Old English 'hlæfdige,' originally meaning 'loaf-kneader' or 'mistress of the household,' which evolved into the modern English word 'lady.' The surname may have originated as a nickname or occupational designation.
About the Lady Surname
An unusual English surname derived from an Old English term for a female household manager or bread-maker. The name is quite rare in contemporary usage.
Distribution
Rare in modern usage, found sporadically in English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Unknown