Find out how popular the last name Fridge is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Fridge.

Fridge, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Fridge surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fridge in America

Fridge is the 67318th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fridge surname appeared 293 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Fridge.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fridge to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Fridge

The surname "Fridge" is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period, with its roots traced back to the Old English word "frið," meaning "peace" or "security." This name was likely given to individuals who lived in a peaceful or secure location, such as a village or hamlet known for its tranquility.

One of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a person named "Frid" residing in the county of Oxfordshire, indicating the presence of the surname in that region during the late 11th century.

In the 13th century, various spellings of the name emerged, including "Fryde," "Frith," and "Fryth." These variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and the evolving nature of the English language over time. One notable individual from this period was Sir William Frith, a knight who fought alongside King Edward I during the Scottish Wars of Independence in the late 13th century.

As time passed, the surname underwent further transformations, with the spelling "Fridge" becoming more prevalent by the 16th century. During this era, the name was associated with various locations across England, such as Fridge Green in Hertfordshire and Fridge Farm in Kent. Interestingly, these place names may have derived from the surname itself, reflecting the settlement patterns of families bearing the name.

In the 17th century, the name was particularly prominent in the county of Essex, where several prominent individuals bore the surname. One such figure was John Fridge (1620-1687), a successful merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the development of the town of Colchester.

Another notable individual was Samuel Fridge (1659-1723), a renowned scholar and theologian who served as the rector of St. Peter's Church in Huddersfield, Yorkshire. His contributions to religious discourse and his scholarly writings on theology earned him recognition among his contemporaries.

In the 18th century, the Fridge family continued to make their mark in various fields. William Fridge (1738-1814) was a respected architect and builder who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Fridge House, a grand Georgian mansion that remains a landmark in the city.

As the centuries progressed, the Fridge surname spread across different regions of England and beyond, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions to various aspects of society, from the arts and sciences to business and politics.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fridge

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Fridge.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Fridge was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Fridge has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Fridge was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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