About Gadway
The surname Gadway is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "gad," meaning a spear or a pike. It is believed to have been a nickname or occupational name for someone who used or made such weapons. The suffix "-way" is likely a variation of the French word "voie," meaning road or way, suggesting that the name may have also been associated with someone who lived near a road or path. Overall, the surname Gadway likely originated as a descriptive name for someone involved in the production or use of spears or pikes.
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The surname Gadway is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gadway based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Gadway is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gadway in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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