FORDON
Fordon
Fordon is a British surname that has origins dating back to medieval times. The surname is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the place name "Forden" in Shropshire, England. The name "Forden" itself is derived from the Old English words "ford," meaning a shallow part of a river that can be crossed, and "denu," meaning valley.
The Fordon surname is relatively rare and is most common in regions historically associated with the Shropshire area. The surname may have been adopted by families whose ancestors lived in or near the village of Forden or Forden Green.
Individuals bearing the surname Fordon are likely to have ancestral ties to the Shropshire region and may have a heritage linked to the local community.
The Fordon surname exemplifies the rich tapestry of British surnames, each with its unique history and connection to specific regions or places.
There are approximately 61 people named Fordon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Fordon.
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