PRUDDEN
Prudden
Prudden is a surname of English origin, prevalent in the regions of East Anglia and the home counties. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English word "prud" which means wise or prudent. The surname Prudden is classified as a habitation name, indicating that the original bearers of the surname might have hailed from a place called Prudden or a similar-sounding location.
Historical records show that variations of the Prudden surname, such as Prudham and Pridham, have been documented in parish registers and census data dating back to the 16th century. The name has a rich history, with individuals bearing the surname Prudden found in various professions and social classes across different periods in British history.
The Prudden family name also has connections to the United States, with many individuals of British descent bearing the surname having emigrated to America over the centuries. The diverse branches of the Prudden family have contributed to various fields, including academia, the arts, business, and public service.
Today, the surname Prudden remains relatively uncommon but continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the heritage and legacy of the families that bear it.
There are approximately 226 people named Prudden in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Prudden.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- Henry
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Oliver
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
Female
- Claire
- Deborah
- Emma
- Geraldine
- Hannah
- Jane
- Kay
- Linda
- Lucy
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Vanessa