CAUNCE
Caunce
Caunce is an Anglo-Saxon surname that originated in England. The name is of habitation origin, derived from the name of the town of "Canc" which is located in Lancashire, a county in North West England.
The Caunce family has a long-standing history in the Lancashire region, with records dating back centuries. The name may have variations in spelling such as Cawnce, Cauncey, and Caunche.
Throughout history, individuals with the surname Caunce have been involved in various professions including farming, merchant trade, and military service. The name is relatively rare but has maintained a presence in the Lancashire area.
Today, descendants of the Caunce family can be found not only in England but also across the world, particularly in former British colonies where migration has taken place.
Overall, the surname Caunce carries with it a heritage of Lancashire and is part of the broader tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 914 people named Caunce in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,906th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Caunce.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Benjamin
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Julian
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Christine
- Claire
- Emma
- Helen
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan