SANDAY
Sanday
Sanday is a surname of British origins, which is predominantly found in Scotland and England. The name is believed to have derived from the Old Norse personal name "Sandi", meaning 'sandy heath'. It is thought that the surname may have been used to describe individuals who lived or worked in an area with sandy soil.
The Sanday surname has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including variants such as Sandie, Sanday, and Sandy. The name can be traced back to medieval times in Scotland, particularly in regions such as Fife and Angus. Individuals bearing the surname Sanday have also been documented in England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire.
Notable individuals with the surname Sanday include scholars, professionals, and individuals involved in various fields of expertise. The surname Sanday has also been associated with individuals of Scottish descent who have made contributions to art, literature, and other cultural endeavours.
Through the generations, the surname Sanday has retained its unique identity and continues to be passed down within families, reflecting the rich history and heritage of the British Isles.
There are approximately 93 people named Sanday in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Sanday.
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