There are
167
Dewdneys in the USADewdney is the
106570th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Dewdney
EdgarDewdney
Edgar Dewdney was a Canadian politician and surveyor. He served as the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia and played a key role in the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway.Dewdney Genealogy
OriginsThe origins of the Dewdney surname are predominantly English, specifically from the Dewdney family who owned land in Surrey, England. The name is also found in other parts of the British Isles.
Geographic DistributionThe Dewdney surname is most popular in Canada, particularly in the province of British Columbia, where Edgar Dewdney, a prominent figure in Canadian history, played an influential role in its development.
VariationsThere are no known variations of the Dewdney surname.
Migration and ImmigrationThe Dewdney family has a relatively localized history and does not have a significant history of migration and immigration.