Soden

Soden is a surname of English origin. It is believed to have derived from different sources, including the Old English personal name "Sudan," which means "south hill," or from the place name "Sutton," which meant "south farm or settlement." The surname Soden is not particularly common and is mainly found in certain regions of England.

The first recorded instance of the surname Soden dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Devon. Over the centuries, the name spread to other parts of England, such as Hampshire, Kent, and London. Members of the Soden family have been involved in various professions, including agriculture, trade, and military service.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Soden include Sir John Soden, an esteemed military commander during the Hundred Years' War, and Dr. Emily Soden, a renowned physician and pioneer in the field of epidemiology in the 19th century.

Today, individuals with the surname Soden can be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries, such as Canada, Australia, and the United States. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the legacy of the Soden family.

There are approximately 1,129 people named Soden in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,723rd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Soden.

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

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Thomas

Female

  • Bogda
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Denise
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Julie
  • Linda
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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