DUNDAS
Dundas
Dundas is a Scottish surname of Old Norse origin, denoting someone who lived near a hill or wooded area. The name is derived from the Old Norse word "dunn" meaning hill or dun, and "ás" meaning ridge or ridge. Over time, the name transitioned to Dundas as it spread to other regions, including England and eventually throughout the British Isles.
The Dundas surname has a strong historical significance in British history, particularly in Scotland. The name is associated with several prominent figures, including the Dundas family of Scotland, who played significant roles in politics, military, and law throughout the centuries.
One of the most notable figures bearing the Dundas surname is Henry Dundas, 1st Viscount Melville, a prominent Scottish politician who served as Home Secretary and later as Secretary of State for War during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
The surname Dundas has continued to be passed down through generations, with individuals bearing the name making contributions in various fields, including business, academia, and the arts.
Today, the surname Dundas remains a symbol of Scottish heritage and history, reflecting the longstanding traditions and achievements of the Dundas family and its descendants.
There are approximately 1,246 people named Dundas in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,229th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Dundas.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Charles
- David
- James
- John
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Beverley
- Carol
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Kathryn
- Margaret
- Mary
- Ruth
- Sarah