Cardiff

Cardiff is a British surname of Welsh origin. The name is derived from the capital city of Wales, Cardiff, which is situated on the southern coast of the country. The surname is believed to have originated as a locational name for individuals who hailed from the city of Cardiff or its surrounding regions.

The Cardiff surname is most commonly found in Wales and the neighbouring areas, with a concentrated presence in the South Wales region. Over the years, many individuals bearing the surname Cardiff have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, spreading the name to various corners of the world.

The Cardiff surname may also have variations in spelling, such as Cardyff or Cardif, reflecting different historical renditions and pronunciations of the name.

Famous individuals bearing the Cardiff surname have made contributions to various fields, from arts and literature to politics and academia, further enriching the legacy associated with this distinguished Welsh surname.

In modern times, the Cardiff surname continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to the heritage and history of the vibrant city of Cardiff and its surrounding areas.

There are approximately 231 people named Cardiff in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Cardiff.

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
  • Darren
  • David
  • Douglas
  • Edward
  • John
  • Mark
  • Mason
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Richard
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Angela
  • Beryl
  • Eleanor
  • Elizabeth
  • Jacqueline
  • Joanna
  • Lesley
  • Mary
  • Rachel
  • Rose
  • Selina
  • Susan
  • Ysabel

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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