MADDERS
Madders
Madders is an English surname with roots in the Middle Ages. It is of occupational origin, derived from the Old English word "maed", meaning a mattock or a mowing tool, and the suffix "-er", which denotes someone who works with or makes a particular object.
The Madders surname likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a digger or a field worker, using a mattock or similar tool for agricultural purposes. Over time, the name became hereditary and passed down through generations.
The distribution of the Madders surname in the United Kingdom is concentrated in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Staffordshire, reflecting the historical agricultural and industrial activities in these areas.
Variants of the Madders surname include Madders, Madder, Madar, and Maders, reflecting different spelling variations that have evolved over time.
Notable individuals bearing the Madders surname have contributed to various fields, including art, literature, and politics. The surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, reflecting the enduring legacy of its medieval origins.
There are approximately 289 people named Madders in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Madders.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Steven
- Thomas
Female
- Catherine
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Lynn
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.