Balderston

Balderston is a surname of English origin, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name "Baldhere," which means "bold army."

The Balderston surname is considered to be locational, with the "ton" suffix signifying a town or settlement. Therefore, it is likely that the surname was initially used to denote a person who hailed from a place called Balderston or a similar-sounding locale in England.

Over the centuries, the Balderston surname has been recorded in various documents and historical records, indicating its longstanding presence in British society. Notable individuals bearing the surname have made contributions to diverse fields, such as academia, politics, and the arts.

Today, individuals with the surname Balderston can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, reflecting the diaspora and migration patterns of British families over time. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place in the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 205 people named Balderston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Balderston.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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

  • Andrew
  • Clifford
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Nigel
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Timothy
  • William

Female

  • Athena
  • Bridget
  • Deborah
  • Diane
  • Ingrid
  • Isabella
  • Jean
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Marion
  • Michelle
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Tina
  • Victoria

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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