BUNDLE
Bundle
Bundle is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval times. The etymology of the surname Bundle is believed to stem from the Olde English word 'bunden', which means bound or tied, suggesting a possible occupational name for someone who worked as a binder or a packager.
Historical records indicate that individuals bearing the surname Bundle were predominantly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Kent and Sussex. The surname may have been bestowed upon families whose ancestors were involved in bundling goods or materials for transportation or storage.
Throughout history, the Bundle surname has displayed variations in spelling, including Bundell and Bundhill, which were adaptations influenced by regional accents and dialects. The spread of the surname may have been facilitated by migration patterns or changes in land ownership, resulting in the establishment of Bundle families in different parts of the country.
Today, individuals with the surname Bundle can be found across the United Kingdom and in various other countries due to global migration and dispersal of families. As with many surnames, the meaning and significance of Bundle have evolved over time, but its historical roots continue to offer insights into the occupational and geographic histories of those who bear this distinctive family name.
There are approximately 60 people named Bundle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Bundle.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Colin
Female