Surname · Welsh origin
Meredith
Meaning
The surname Meredith means Great lord.
Origin
Welsh
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Meredith
Meredith comes from Maredudd, linked to “great” and “lord.”
What kind of surname is Meredith?
Meredith is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Welsh naming tradition — you can read how Welsh surnames were formed on our Welsh last names page.
Other Welsh surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Meredith mean?
The surname Meredith means Great lord. Meredith comes from Maredudd, linked to “great” and “lord.”
Where does the surname Meredith come from?
Meredith is a surname of Welsh origin.
What kind of surname is Meredith?
Meredith is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Welsh surnames?
Other Welsh surnames include Bevan, Bowen, Griffiths, Lloyd, Maddox, Morgan.