ROUND
Round
Round is a surname of English origin, being derived from the Old English word rand, meaning 'shield'. The name is believed to have been an occupational surname used for someone who made shields or possibly a nickname for a person who was protective like a shield.
The earliest recorded instance of the Round surname dates back to the late 12th century in Essex, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread across various regions of the United Kingdom and beyond.
The Round family has been associated with a number of notable individuals, including academics, artists, musicians, and businesspeople. One prominent figure was Douglas M. Round, a renowned biologist and academic known for his work in the field of botany.
Today, the Round surname continues to be found in the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, carried by individuals with diverse backgrounds and accomplishments. The name serves as a reminder of the family histories and traditions that have shaped generations of individuals bearing this distinctive surname.
There are approximately 5,994 people named Round in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,581st most common surname in Britain. Around 92 in a million people in Britain are named Round.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Carole
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Julie
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan