SELDON
Seldon
The surname "Seldon" is of English origin and is believed to be of locational, topographical or occupational meaning. The name is derived from the Old English words "seld" meaning "hall" or "dwelling" and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement". Thus, indicating that an individual with the surname "Seldon" may have resided by a hall or a settlement.
Historical Records
The earliest recorded instance of the surname "Seldon" is found in the 13th-century medieval records, particularly in the region of Suffolk, England. Over time, the name spread to various parts of the country, with significant concentrations found in the South East and East Anglia regions.
Notable Individuals
- John Selden (1584-1654) – A notable English jurist, scholar, and polymath known for his works on English law and history.
- Gleb Seldon (b. 1987) – A modern-day British artist and designer recognised for his innovative sculptures and installations.
Variants
Variants of the surname "Seldon" include Selden, Seldin, and Selding, reflecting the evolution of the name over time and its adaptation to different regions.
Characteristics
Individuals bearing the surname "Seldon" are often described as noble, intellectual, and resourceful, mirroring the accomplishments of historic figures associated with the name.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 897 people named Seldon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,044th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Seldon.
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
- Anthony
- David
- Gary
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gemma
- Jade
- Jane
- Kathleen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rebecca
- Susan
- Teresa
Similar and related surnames
- Celadon
- Celedon
- Selden
- Salden
- Seldin
- Saldo
- Cheldon
- Seldom
- Saladin
- Saladine
- Saladini
- Saladino
- Salatino
- Salauddin
- Saldana
- Saldeen
- Saldin
- Saltan
- Saltana
- Salten
- Saltin
- Saltini
- Salton
- Saltoun
- Selon
- Selsdon
- Selten
- Selton
- Selvon
- Shaldon
- Shelden
- Sheldon
- Shelldon
- Shieldon
- Shildon
- Sildon
- Sildown
- Silliton
- Silton
- Skelden
- Skeldon
- Sladden
- Sladdin
- Sladdon
- Sladen
- Sladin
- Sladon
- Slaten
- Slatin
- Slaton
- Slatten
- Slatton
- Slayden
- Slaydon
- Slayton
- Sleaton
- Sledden
- Sleddon
- Sleeden
- Sletten
- Sletton
- Slidden
- Slodden
- Sludden
- Soldan
- Soldani
- Soldano
- Solden
- Soldini
- Soldon
- Soltan
- Soltani
- Solton
- Soulden
- Soulton
- Suldan
- Suldon
- Sultan
- Sultana
- Sultani
- Sultania
- Sultano
- Sulten
- Sulton
- Zeldin
- Zlatana
- Zlitni
- Zoldan
- Zoltan
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.