RAMSDALE
Ramsdale
Ramsdale is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, believed to have derived from a place name. The name is composed of two elements: "ram", meaning male sheep, and "dæl", meaning valley. Therefore, Ramsdale likely referred to a valley where male sheep were kept.
The surname Ramsdale is predominantly found in England, particularly in the northern regions, with a notable concentration in Yorkshire and Derbyshire. Historical records suggest that the surname has ancient roots, dating back to the medieval period.
Individuals bearing the surname Ramsdale have made contributions to various fields such as academia, literature, and sports. This surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, signifying the enduring legacy of the Ramsdale family name.
There are approximately 1,441 people named Ramsdale in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,525th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Ramsdale.
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
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Christine
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Janine
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rosemary
- Sarah
- Susan