CAUDWELL
Caudwell
Caudwell is a British surname of Old French and Old English origin. It is derived from the Old French word "caud" meaning "bald" or "shiny", and the Old English word "well(a)" meaning "spring" or "stream". This suggests that the surname may have originally been a nickname for someone with a bald head, or who lived near a shiny spring.
History
The surname Caudwell has ancient origins, with records dating back to the 13th century in England. It is believed to have been primarily found in the counties of Staffordshire and Derbyshire. The name has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, including Caldwell, Cawdell, Caudle, and Cauldwell.
The Caudwell family has been historically associated with agricultural work, and many were farm labourers or farm owners. Some members of the family also worked as millers and merchants in the medieval period.
Notable Individuals
- John Caudwell (b. 1952) - A British billionaire entrepreneur who founded the mobile phone retailer Phones 4u.
- Sarah Caudwell - A renowned British author of mystery novels, known for her humorous and intellectual style.
- Ian Caudwell - A prominent British landscape artist known for his stunning paintings of the English countryside.
The surname Caudwell continues to be found across the United Kingdom and the wider English-speaking world, with notable individuals making contributions to various fields.
There are approximately 762 people named Caudwell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,102nd most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Caudwell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Catherine
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Melanie
- Patricia
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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