CAVENDER
Cavender
Cavender is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the southern counties of England. The name is believed to have Norman roots dating back to the medieval period. The surname Cavender derives from the Old English word "cāf" meaning "bold" or "vigorous", and "hend" meaning "brave" or "kind".
The earliest recorded instance of the Cavender surname dates back to the 13th century in Wiltshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, as individuals with the surname migrated to different regions for reasons such as work, education, or marriage.
Members of the Cavender family have been involved in a variety of professions over the years, including agriculture, trade, and military service. The surname has maintained a notable presence in regional communities, with some branches of the family establishing themselves as landowners and prominent figures in local affairs.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Cavender can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the English-speaking world. The name continues to be passed down through generations, carrying with it a sense of family heritage and tradition.
There are approximately 437 people named Cavender in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Cavender.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- David
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Amy
- Catherine
- Claire
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Lesley
- Louise
- Pamela
- Pauline
- Sarah