DUDDELL
Duddell
Duddell is a surname of English origin, widely believed to derive from place names in England. The name is thought to originate from the Old English pre-7th Century female personal name "Dudda," and the suffix "ell," meaning "stream." Therefore, the name is likely to mean "Dudda's stream."
The Duddell surname has a long history in the United Kingdom, particularly in England. Many individuals bearing the surname can trace their roots back to regions such as the West Midlands, Worcestershire, and Herefordshire, where the name has been present for centuries.
Over the years, the Duddell family has been associated with various occupations and professions, including agriculture, trade, and craftsmanship. The surname has also spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and the diaspora.
Notable individuals with the surname Duddell include Geoffrey Duddell, a prominent inventor and physicist known for his work in the field of acoustics and telecommunications.
Today, the Duddell surname continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with bearers of the name making contributions to various fields and industries.
There are approximately 136 people named Duddell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Duddell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Albert
- Benjamin
- David
- Howard
- John
- Lee
- Paul
- Philip
- Ryan
- William
Female
- Audrey
- Caroline
- Clare
- Gemma
- Katherine
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rosalyn
- Sharon
- Susan