Ridge

Meaning

A surname derived from residence near or on a ridge, a long narrow elevation of land.

Etymology

From the Old English 'hrycg', meaning the back or spine of something, applied to geographical ridges and elevated landforms. The surname was given to those inhabiting areas characterized by such prominent linear features.

About the Ridge Surname

Ridge is a moderately common English topographic surname reflecting settlement patterns in areas of distinctive ridge formations. The name has been documented in English records since medieval times, particularly in areas with pronounced topographical features.

Distribution

Primarily found in England and English-speaking countries, with concentrations in regions featuring ridge formations and hilly landscapes.