What does the surname Ridgley mean?

The surname Ridgley means "A clearing or meadow situated on a ridge.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Ridgley surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Ridgley in the United States.

Yes, 65 soldiers with the Ridgley surname appear in Civil War records.

Topographic

A clearing or meadow situated on a ridge.

Combines Old English 'hrycg' (ridge) with 'leah' (clearing/meadow). The surname indicates a specific geographical location in the English landscape.

A topographic surname combining ridge and clearing elements. The name reflects English settlement patterns in areas of elevated terrain.

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in England and North America, with notable presence in the United States.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

65 soldiers with the Ridgley surname found in Civil War records.

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