Mandeville

Mandeville is a prestigious British surname with a rich ancestral history dating back to the medieval period. The name Mandeville is of Norman origin, derived from the Old French "mais", meaning "bad", and "ville", meaning "town". It is believed to have been brought to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066.

The Mandeville family rose to prominence in the 12th century, with Simon de Mandeville being one of the most notable individuals of the lineage. He was a prominent nobleman during the reign of King Henry II and played a significant role in the political landscape of his time.

Over the centuries, the Mandeville surname has branched out into various spellings, including Mandville, Mandiville, and Mandevill, among others. The family name has been passed down through generations, maintaining a sense of pride in its heritage.

Today, individuals bearing the Mandeville surname can be found across Britain and the wider world, each contributing to the legacy and diversity of this esteemed family line.

There are approximately 392 people named Mandeville in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Mandeville.

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

  • Carl
  • Colin
  • David
  • James
  • Jamie
  • John
  • Leslie
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Robert

Female

  • Alison
  • Caroline
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Natalie
  • Patricia
  • Pauline
  • Sharon
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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