HADDEN
Hadden
Hadden is an English and Scottish surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name Hadda, meaning "warrior" or "fighter", and the suffix "-en", which denoted "son of". Therefore, the surname Hadden can be interpreted to mean "son of the warrior".
Origin and Distribution
The surname Hadden is mainly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England and Scotland. It is most common in areas with historical Anglo-Saxon and Scandinavian influence, such as in Yorkshire, Cambridgeshire, Aberdeenshire, and Perthshire.
Notable People
- Thomas Hadden (1785–1857) - A Scottish painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
- Lilian Hadden (1902–1989) - An English author of children's books, including the popular series "The Adventures of Pip and Pop".
Variants
Variants of the Hadden surname include Haddon, Haddenham, and Haddenstone. Over time, variations may have arisen due to factors such as regional dialects and clerical errors in official records.
The surname Hadden carries a sense of heritage and lineage, reflecting the rich history of the British Isles. Its origins in the warrior class of early medieval Britain provide a glimpse into the ancestral roots of those who bear the name.
There are approximately 2,426 people named Hadden in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,587th most common surname in Britain. Around 37 in a million people in Britain are named Hadden.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Karen
- Linda
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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