MAUDSLEY
Maudsley
Maudsley is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Maldgisl". The name is a compound of the elements "mǣl", meaning council or meeting, and "gisl", meaning hostage or pledge.
The surname Maudsley is primarily found in the North West of England, particularly in Lancashire and Yorkshire. The first recorded instance of the surname dates back to the early 13th century, making it a surname with a long history in England.
Individuals bearing the surname Maudsley have been noted in various historical records, including census data, parish registers, and local histories. The name has been associated with individuals in a variety of occupations, from farmers and craftsmen to professionals and traders.
Over the centuries, individuals with the surname Maudsley have contributed to the cultural and historical tapestry of Britain. Today, the name continues to be borne by descendants of those early Maudsley families, with variations in spelling and pronunciation reflecting regional dialects and migrations.
In modern times, the surname Maudsley is relatively rare but continues to be cherished by those who bear it, connecting them to a rich heritage and a distinctive lineage within the British Isles.
There are approximately 1,030 people named Maudsley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,201st most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Maudsley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Colin
- Dan
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Carol
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joanne
- Kelly
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Sian
- Susan