CRADDOCK
Craddock
Origin: Craddock is a surname of Welsh origin, derived from the Old Welsh personal name Caradoc. The name first appeared in written records in the 13th century.
Meaning: The name Craddock is thought to have originated from the Welsh words "car," meaning "love," and "carad," meaning "amiable." Therefore, Craddock could be interpreted to mean "beloved" or "loving."
Distribution: The surname Craddock is relatively common in the United Kingdom, particularly in Wales and the West Midlands in England. It is found in various spellings including Caradoc, Cradic, and other variations.
Notable Individuals:
- Sir Samuel Cradock (1805–1881) - A prominent British engineer and industrialist.
- Christopher Craddock (born 1973) - An English actor known for his roles in British theatre productions.
Coat of Arms: The Craddock family crest features a red shield with three silver birds displayed, signifying nobility and freedom.
Variants: Variants of the surname include Cradock, Cradic, Caradoc, and Caradock.
There are approximately 5,461 people named Craddock in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,736th most common surname in Britain. Around 84 in a million people in Britain are named Craddock.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Laura
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan