Edmans

Edmans is a British surname of Old English origin, derived from the personal name "Eadmund," which combines the elements "ead," meaning prosperity or fortune, and "mund," meaning protection or peace. The name has ancient roots in England and has undergone various spelling changes over the centuries, eventually settling on "Edmans" as a common variant.

The Edmans surname is relatively rare, with concentrations in certain regions of England such as East Anglia and the East Midlands. Individuals with this surname may have ancestral ties to these areas, where their forebears likely lived and worked.

Like many British surnames, Edmans can provide insights into a family's heritage, occupation, or place of origin. Those bearing the Edmans name may have ancestors who were involved in trades or professions that influenced the adoption of the surname.

In contemporary times, individuals with the surname Edmans can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to migration and global mobility. Family history enthusiasts and genealogists often trace the origins and migrations of the Edmans family name to uncover their ancestral background and connections to British history.

Overall, the surname Edmans carries a sense of history and lineage, reflecting the enduring legacy of families who have borne this name for generations.

There are approximately 222 people named Edmans in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Edmans.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • Chris
  • Daniel
  • Darren
  • David
  • Jack
  • Jeremy
  • John
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Alexandra
  • Amanda
  • Clare
  • Gail
  • Joan
  • Katherine
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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