Kittridge History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe English family name Kittridge comes from the Middle English personal name "Keterych." Early Origins of the Kittridge familyThe surname Kittridge was first found in Essex, where the first on record were Adam and Roger Keterych, both listed in the Feet of Fines for Essex. Early History of the Kittridge familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kittridge research. The years 1524 and 1593 are included under the topic Early Kittridge History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Kittridge Spelling VariationsIt is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Kittridge are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. Scribes and monks in the Middle Ages spelled names they sounded, so it is common to find several variations that refer to a single person. The variations of the name Kittridge include: Kittredge, Kittridge, Kitteridge, Kettredge, Ketteridge and many more. Early Notables of the Kittridge familyMore information is included under the topic Early Kittridge Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Kittridge family to IrelandSome of the Kittridge family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Many English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Kittridge or a variant listed above: Kittridge Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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