PADDON
Paddon
Paddon is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Pad(d)a," which likely means "toad." The introduction of surnames in England can be traced back to the medieval period, where they were primarily used to distinguish between people with common given names. The surname Paddon is considered to be of locational origin, from places known as "Padden" or "Pad(e)den" in Norfolk, Devon, and Cornwall.
The earliest records of the Paddon surname date back to the 13th century in England. Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Paddon have been found in various regions across the United Kingdom, particularly in the counties of Devon and Cornwall.
Over time, the surname Paddon has seen different spellings and variations, such as Paden, Paddan, and Padden. This variability can be attributed to factors like dialectal influences and clerical errors in historical documents.
Individuals with the surname Paddon have been associated with a variety of occupations and professions, reflecting the diversity of British society over the centuries. The surname has also been passed down through generations, contributing to its presence in contemporary British society.
Today, the surname Paddon continues to be prevalent among British families, both in the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British descendants have settled. Like many surnames, it serves as a link to ancestral heritage and familial connections, contributing to the rich tapestry of British cultural history.
There are approximately 884 people named Paddon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,134th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Paddon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Richard
- Stephen
- Trevor
Female
- Betty
- Beverley
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan