What does the surname Ridgway mean?

The surname Ridgway means "A path or road running along a ridge.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Ridgway surname?

There are approximately 12,000 people with the surname Ridgway in the United States.

Are there Ridgway soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 295 soldiers with the Ridgway surname appear in Civil War records.

Ridgway

Topographic

Meaning

A path or road running along a ridge.

Etymology

From Old English 'hrycg' (ridge) and 'weg' (way). This variant spelling of Ridgeway emerged through regional pronunciation and orthographic variation.

About the Ridgway Surname

A variant of Ridgeway indicating residence along a ridge path. The name has military and historical significance in American records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 12,000 bearers in the United States #1,040 most common surname

Rare Common

Concentrated in England and the United States, particularly in areas with ridge topography.

Ridgway Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Ridgway Surname

Robert Ridgway

Hon.

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 13th century
Estimated Bearers: 12,000

War Records

295 soldiers with the Ridgway surname found in Civil War records.

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