Surname · Welsh origin
Pritchard
Meaning
The surname Pritchard means Son of Richard.
Origin
Welsh
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Pritchard
Pritchard comes from “ap Richard,” “son of Richard.”
What kind of surname is Pritchard?
Pritchard 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 Pritchard mean?
The surname Pritchard means Son of Richard. Pritchard comes from “ap Richard,” “son of Richard.”
Where does the surname Pritchard come from?
Pritchard is a surname of Welsh origin.
What kind of surname is Pritchard?
Pritchard 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, Meredith.