Price
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Rhys, derived from the Welsh name meaning 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm'.
Etymology
Derived from the Welsh personal name Rhys or Reece, with the patronymic prefix 'ap' meaning 'son of' which evolved into 'Price'. The Welsh root 'Rhys' means 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm'.
About the Price Surname
Price is a distinctly Welsh surname derived from the Welsh patronymic prefix 'ap'. The name has ancient roots in Welsh history and remains particularly common in Wales.
Distribution
Predominantly found in Wales and among Welsh diaspora communities worldwide.