LAUNDON
Laundon
Laundon is a surname of English origin, with roots in the region of Lincolnshire, in the historic county of East Midlands. The name is believed to be locational or topographical in nature, derived from the Old English word "land" meaning territory or country, and "dun" referring to a hill. This suggests that the surname may have originally been given to individuals who resided near or on a hill in the countryside.
The first recorded instance of the surname Laundon dates back to the late 13th century with Roger de Laundon, a landowner mentioned in historical records. Over time, the Laundon family name diversified and spread across different parts of England, reflecting the movements and migrations of individuals and families.
The Laundon surname carries a sense of heritage and lineage, with connections to the rural landscapes of Lincolnshire and its surrounding areas. Today, individuals bearing the surname Laundon can be found in various regions of the United Kingdom and around the world, maintaining a link to their ancestral roots.
Like many English surnames, Laundon may have evolved through different spellings and variations over the centuries, influenced by factors such as dialects, accents, and clerical errors in official documents. Despite these changes, the name Laundon continues to preserve its historical significance and familial identity for those who bear it.
There are approximately 190 people named Laundon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Laundon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Craig
- David
- Dennis
- Jack
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Mike
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Seb
- Tim
- Timothy
Female
- Amelia
- Angela
- Helen
- Hilary
- Janet
- Judith
- Karen
- Philippa
- Sarah
- Vanessa