CRAMOND
Cramond
The surname Cramond is of Scottish origin, deriving from the village of Cramond in Edinburgh. The name is believed to have been adopted by people who resided in or near the village of Cramond, which lies on the banks of the River Almond. The village has a rich history dating back to Roman times when it was known as 'Alauna'.
The Cramond surname is classified as a habitational name, indicating that it is derived from a place name. Individuals bearing the surname Cramond are likely to have ancestral ties to the village of Cramond or its surrounding areas.
Like many Scottish surnames, Cramond has variations in spelling such as Crammond and Cramond. This is common in historical records due to variations in dialect and literacy levels. The surname Cramond may also have different pronunciations based on regional accents.
While the exact origins and meaning of the Cramond surname may vary, its connection to the historic village of Cramond in Scotland gives it a distinct cultural significance. Today, individuals with the surname Cramond can be found not only in Scotland but also in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carrying with them a piece of Scottish heritage.
There are approximately 237 people named Cramond in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Cramond.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Donald
- Douglas
- Ian
- James
- John
- Nairn
- Robert
- Russell
- William
Female
- Carol
- Claire
- Eileen
- Hazel
- Katherine
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Sadie
- Tracey
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
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