CORDING
Cording
Cording is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval times. The surname is believed to have derived from the Old English word "cordwainer," which refers to a shoemaker or leatherworker. In medieval England, the Cordwainers were members of a guild responsible for crafting fine leather shoes and goods.
The Cording surname likely originated in the southeast of England, where the leather industry was particularly prominent. Over time, individuals with the surname Cording would have been associated with the trade of shoemaking or working with leather.
Variants of the surname may have evolved over time due to regional accents and dialects. Cording is a relatively rare surname in modern times, with a scattered distribution across the United Kingdom.
Individuals with the surname Cording may have a strong connection to the history and heritage of the leatherworking trade in England. Researching one's family history and genealogy may provide further insights into the specific origins and branches of the Cording surname.
There are approximately 625 people named Cording in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Cording.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Glyn
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
- Trevor
Female
- Jane
- Jean
- Linda
- Louise
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Natalie
- Patricia
- Susan
- Tracey
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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