Balding

Balding is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "bald" which means "without hair" or "bald". The suffix "-ing" is a common suffix in Old English surnames denoting descent or association.

The surname Balding may have originally been used as a nickname for someone who was bald or had thinning hair. It is quite common for surnames in Britain to have originated from physical characteristics or traits of the bearer.

The distribution of the Balding surname is most prevalent in the southern counties of England, particularly in Suffolk and Norfolk. The name has also spread to other parts of Britain and other English-speaking countries.

Notable individuals with the surname Balding include Clare Balding, a prominent British broadcaster and sports presenter known for her coverage of major sporting events such as the Olympics, Wimbledon, and the Paralympics.

The Balding surname has been around for centuries and continues to be passed down through generations, reflecting the rich history and heritage of British surnames.

There are approximately 908 people named Balding in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,948th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Balding.

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
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Jon
  • Keith
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nigel
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • William

Female

  • Anne
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Je
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Mandy
  • Margaret
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Tracey

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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