Prudom

Prudom is a surname of English origin. The etymology of the surname is believed to be derived from the Old English word "prud", meaning wise or prudent, and "ham", which signifies a settlement or village.

The Prudom surname is considered to be relatively rare, with most individuals carrying this name found in the United Kingdom. The name has been found predominantly in regions such as Yorkshire and Lancashire.

Historically, individuals bearing the surname Prudom have been noted in various records across the UK, particularly in parish registers and census data. The name may have originated as a nickname for a wise or sensible individual, or it could have been associated with a specific place named Prudom.

Today, the Prudom surname continues to be upheld by many families across Britain, each contributing to the rich tapestry of British heritage and genealogy.

There are approximately 100 people named Prudom in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Prudom.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Guy
  • Jamie
  • Kevin
  • Peter
  • William

Female

  • Christine
  • Patricia
  • Sandra
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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