BAWDON
Bawdon
The surname Bawdon is a British surname of English origin, believed to have originated as a locational surname, derived from the Old English words "ba" meaning 'barley' and "dun" meaning 'hill'. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have hailed from a place named for its barley fields or located near a prominent barley hill.
The Bawdon surname is relatively rare and has been mainly found in certain regions of England, particularly in the counties of Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Bawdon have made contributions in various fields, although the surname is not widely recognisable in historical or contemporary records.
Like many surnames, the meaning and prevalence of Bawdon have likely evolved over time, influenced by factors such as geographic migration, changes in spelling conventions, and the passage of generations.
As with many British surnames, the history and origins of Bawdon offer a glimpse into the diverse tapestry of names that form part of the rich genealogical heritage of the British Isles.
There are approximately 120 people named Bawdon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Bawdon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Gary
- Ian
- John
- Joseph
- Marcus
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Caroline
- Claire
- Hannah
- Joanne
- Karen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sally
- Susan