Aldrich

The surname Aldrich originated from the Old English name “Ealdraed” meaning “old counsel”. It has been used since the medieval period and is most commonly found in England and the United States. Notable individuals with the surname include poet and novelist Thomas Bailey Aldrich and chemist Robert Aldrich. The name has also been used in popular culture, such as in the film “The Stepford Wives” where one of the main characters is named Joanna Eberhart Aldrich.