Sandland

Origin and Meaning

Sandland is a British surname of locational origin, indicating a person who originally dwelt in or near a sandy land area. The name is derived from the Old English words "sand" meaning sand, and "land" meaning land.

Distribution

The surname Sandland is primarily found in the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Notable People

  • Henry Sandland (1855-1929): A renowned English ceramic artist known for his creation of decorative pottery and porcelain items.

  • Richard Sandland (b. 1973): A British historian and author specialising in medieval European history.

Variants

Variants of the surname Sandland include Sandlund, Sandelin, and Sandlyn.

Coat of Arms

The coat of arms associated with the surname Sandland is described as a shield featuring a golden lion rampant on a blue background, symbolising strength and courage.

There are approximately 871 people named Sandland in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,215th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Sandland.

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

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • Craig
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Robert

Female

  • Barbara
  • Catherine
  • Eileen
  • Elizabeth
  • Jacqueline
  • Jennifer
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Pa
  • Pauline
  • Rebecca
  • Tracey

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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