Dudden

Dudden is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin, derived from the Old English pre-7th Century personal name "Dudda". The name is believed to have been a nickname for a rotund or barrel-chested individual, derived from the Old English word "dudde" meaning "dummy" or "puppet".

The earliest recordings of the surname Dudden can be traced back to the Yorkshire region of England. Variants of the name include Dudin and Dutton. It is a relatively rare surname, with most bearers concentrated in the United Kingdom.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Dudden have been noted in various records, such as parish registers, census data, and other genealogical sources. The name has likely spread to other English-speaking countries through immigration and migration.

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In conclusion, the surname Dudden is a distinctive part of British heritage, reflecting the history and evolution of English surnames over the centuries.

There are approximately 209 people named Dudden in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Dudden.

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

  • Anthony
  • Benjamin
  • David
  • Geoffrey
  • George
  • Jeffrey
  • Kieran
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Sean
  • Stephen
  • Steven

Female

  • Amy
  • Barbara
  • Carolyn
  • Claire
  • Deborah
  • Evelyn
  • Helen
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Linda
  • Louise
  • Lynn
  • Margaret
  • Rosina

Similar and related surnames

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