Chalder

Chalder is a surname of British origin, believed to have medieval roots dating back to the times of the Norman Conquest in 1066. The name is derived from the Old English word "ceald," meaning cold, and "ora," which translates to bank or shore. Therefore, the surname Chalder likely originally referred to someone who lived near a cold riverbank or a similar geographical feature.

The distribution of the surname Chalder historically has been concentrated in the southern regions of England, with occurrences found in counties such as Somerset and Devon. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Chalder have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

As with many surnames, variations in spelling have occurred over the centuries, leading to alternate versions such as Calder and Colder. Family crests and coats of arms associated with the name Chalder may exist, possibly with symbols or images denoting strength, resilience, or geographical features.

Today, the surname Chalder continues to be relatively uncommon, but individuals carrying this name can be found across various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.

There are approximately 98 people named Chalder in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Chalder.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • Geoffrey
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • Stephen
  • Thomas

Female

  • Anne
  • Ashleigh
  • Catherine
  • Jane
  • Margaret
  • Melanie
  • Nicola
  • Pauline
  • Tracey
  • Violet

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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