FROUD
Froud
Froud is a surname of English origin with roots dating back to medieval times. The surname is believed to have originated in the region of Cornwall, a county in the south-west of England. The name is classified as a topographic or locational surname, deriving from the Old English word "frod," meaning "peace" or "protection."
The first recorded instance of the Froud surname dates back to the 13th century in Cornwall. Over the centuries, the name has spread throughout England and beyond, with Froud families establishing themselves in various parts of the country and eventually migrating to other English-speaking nations.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Froud include Brian Froud, a renowned British artist and illustrator best known for his work on fantasy films such as "The Dark Crystal" and "Labyrinth." The Froud name has also featured in literature and popular culture, further cementing its place in British history and heritage.
Today, individuals with the surname Froud can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, continuing to contribute to various fields and upholding the legacy of their ancestral name.
There are approximately 1,715 people named Froud in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,784th most common surname in Britain. Around 26 in a million people in Britain are named Froud.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- Graham
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Charlotte
- Cl
- Clj
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joan
- Julie
- Karen
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Sarah
- Susan