Summary

Originating from English, the surname STEED signifies a horse or a knight's warhorse. It can be traced back to medieval times when it was a common surname among knights and cavalry units.
There are
10250
Steeds in the USA
Steed is the
3484th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Steed

JohnSteed

A fictional character in the British TV series 'The Avengers'. He is a stylish, sophisticated, and skilled spy who often solves crimes and foils evil plans.

EdwardSteed

An American cartoonist known for his satirical and humorous illustrations published in The New Yorker magazine.

SimonSteeds

A British zoologist and conservationist who dedicated his life to wildlife protection and research, particularly on endangered species.

WilliamSteede

An English soldier and writer who participated in the English Civil War. He wrote memoirs and accounts of his experiences during the war.

JaneSteed

A pioneer in the field of computer science, known for her contributions to artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms.

Steed Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Steed' originates from medieval England.
Geographic DistributionSteed is commonly found in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname Steed include Steede and Stead.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Steed occurred during different periods and in various places, including the 18th and 19th centuries when some Steed families migrated from England to the American colonies and later to the United States. In recent times, there has been a small number of migration and immigration events involving individuals with the surname Steed for various personal reasons.