CLAYDON
Claydon
Claydon is a surname of English origin, derived from a place name meaning "clay hill". The name is most commonly found in the region of Buckinghamshire, England, where the village of Claydon is located.
The Claydon family has a long history in the area, with records dating back to the medieval period. The surname has various spellings over the centuries, including Claydene, Clayden, and Cleidon.
Notable individuals with the surname Claydon include John Claydon, a renowned architect in the 19th century known for his work in designing churches and country houses. Another prominent figure is Emily Claydon, a suffragette who played a key role in the women's rights movement in the early 20th century.
Today, the surname Claydon is still present in the UK and has spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and emigration. It remains a symbol of English heritage and ancestry for many who bear the name.
There are approximately 3,480 people named Claydon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,630th most common surname in Britain. Around 53 in a million people in Britain are named Claydon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- Craig
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Terence
- Terry
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Holly
- Janet
- Je
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan