Maund

Maund is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old French word "maunde," meaning a basket or hamper. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for a basket-maker or someone who worked with baskets.

The Maund surname has been found predominantly in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and Shropshire. It is not a very common surname, which adds to its distinctiveness.

Individuals with the surname Maund have been recorded in historical documents dating back to the Middle Ages, indicating a long-standing presence of the name in British history.

Notable bearers of the Maund surname may include individuals from various fields, such as business, academia, and the arts. The name has likely evolved over the centuries, as is common with surnames, but its roots in craftsmanship and trade remain significant.

In modern times, the Maund surname can still be found among British families, carrying with it a sense of heritage and possibly a connection to the historical trades that once defined the family name.

There are approximately 1,426 people named Maund in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,586th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Maund.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Andy
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Gavin
  • Graham
  • James
  • John
  • Neil
  • Peter
  • Phillip
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Barbara
  • Carol
  • Dorothy
  • Elizabeth
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Susan
  • Victoria

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