Golder

Golder is a surname of British origin, primarily found in England and Scotland. The name Golder is derived from the Old English word "gold," meaning "gold," and the suffix "-er," denoting a person who worked with or traded in gold. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone involved in the goldsmith trade.

The Golder surname is believed to have been first established in the British Isles during the medieval period. Variants of the name over time have included Goldar, Gulder, and Goldor.

Individuals bearing the surname Golder can be found throughout British history, with notable bearers of the name having made contributions in various fields such as art, academia, and business.

Today, the Golder surname continues to be present in Britain, with descendants of the name often tracing their roots to regions across the country.

The Golder surname carries with it a sense of tradition and heritage, reflecting the historical significance of the goldsmith trade and the skilled craftsmen who once bore this distinctive name.

There are approximately 1,596 people named Golder in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,094th most common surname in Britain. Around 25 in a million people in Britain are named Golder.

Surname type: Occupational name

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

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Alison
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Rachel
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Valerie
  • Victoria

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