Bridges - Last Names

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Bridges

/ˈbrɪdʒɪz/

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Moderate

Meaning

Crossings over water or obstacles

Symbolizes connection, transition, and the linking of disparate elements or people. Represents movement from one state to another.

Symbolism

Embodies unity, passage, stability, and the idea of overcoming divides—whether physical, emotional, or social. Often associated with strength and reliability.

Etymology: Derived from the Middle English 'brygge' and Old English 'brycg', meaning 'bridge'. The surname likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a bridge or as an occupational name for a bridge keeper or builder.

Style & Origin

traditional

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, Bridges is an Anglo-Saxon occupational or topographic surname. It is histori

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