BOWNDS
Bownds
Bownds is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The surname is believed to be of English or Scottish descent. It is thought to have derived from the medieval given name Bonde, which itself originated from the Old Norse name Bundi.
The name Bownds may also have geographical significance, possibly referring to someone who lived in or near a settlement called Bonde or Bondey.
Variations of the surname Bownds include Bounds, Bound or Baund. Over time, the spelling of the surname may have evolved due to regional accents, illiteracy, or clerical errors.
Individuals with the surname Bownds can be found across the United Kingdom, with historical records indicating concentrations in various regions. The surname has likely spread to other parts of the world through migration and settlement.
Today, the surname Bownds continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to its historical origins and ancestral heritage.
There are approximately 25 people named Bownds in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Bownds.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Peter
Female
- Jennifer
- Rachel