MUNDIE
Mundie
Surname Origin: English
Meaning: The surname "Mundie" has an English origin and is believed to be of locational derivation. It is thought to have come from a place called Mundie, which could have been a specific location or a now lost medieval village. The place name might have derived from the Old English word "mund," meaning "protection" or "security."
Historical Distribution: The surname Mundie is predominantly found in Scotland, particularly in the Aberdeenshire and Angus regions.
Notable Individuals:
- Dr. Alexander Mundie (1841-1932): A prominent Scottish physician and surgeon, known for his contributions to public health and medical education.
- Susan Mundie (b. 1975): A British author and historian, known for her works on social history and genealogy.
Coat of Arms: The Mundie coat of arms features a shield with a red lion rampant on a silver background, symbolizing courage and strength. The crest includes a figure with an armoured arm holding a sword, representing protection and valour.
Variants: Variants of the surname Mundie include Mundey, Mundy, and Mundle.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1995). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
- Black, G. F. (1946). The Surnames of Scotland: Their Origin, Meaning and History.
This entry provides a brief overview of the surname Mundie, outlining its origin, meaning, historical distribution, notable individuals, coat of arms, variants, and references for further exploration.
There are approximately 386 people named Mundie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Mundie.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Barry
- Brian
- David
- George
- Gordon
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Patrick
- Paul
- Robert
Female
- Angela
- Carol
- Caroline
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Irene
- Jacqueline
- Joanna
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Megan
- Patricia
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