About Glidewell
The surname Glidewell is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "glida" meaning "glider" or "glider bird" and "well" meaning "spring" or "stream." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Glidewell can be interpreted as "one who lives near the gliding bird or the spring/stream." It is likely that the name was originally given to someone who lived near a place where glider birds were found or near a spring or stream.
The surname Glidewell is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Glidewell based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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