Allender

Allender is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the personal name "Al(l)a", meaning "all" or "entire", combined with "leah", meaning "woodland clearing". The surname Allender is primarily found in the southern counties of England, such as Hampshire and Surrey.

The Allender family crest features a traditional design symbolising strength, courage, and loyalty. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Allender have been associated with various occupations and industries, including agriculture, trade, and the arts.

Historical records show that the Allender surname has undergone various spelling variations, including Al(l)ender, Allinder, and Hallender.

Today, individuals with the surname Allender can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in countries with historical ties to the British Isles. The Allender name continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's diverse linguistic and cultural heritage.

There are approximately 303 people named Allender in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Allender.

Surname type: Occupational name

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Steven
  • Thomas

Female

  • Christina
  • Claire
  • Clare
  • Elizabeth
  • Gemma
  • Jayne
  • Jean
  • Jillian
  • Kelly
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Rebecca
  • Susan
  • Vittoria

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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