SUNDE
Sunde
Sunde is a surname of English origin that is primarily found in the counties of Cornwall and Devon in the South West of England. The name is an anglicised version of the Cornish surname Sundy, which denotes a person who lived by the sea (from the Cornish word sundy, meaning "ocean" or "water").
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Sunde dates back to the 14th century in the region of Cornwall, where the Sunde family was known for its maritime connections. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of England and beyond, carried by individuals who migrated for various reasons.
Today, the surname Sunde can be found among families in different parts of the United Kingdom and in various English-speaking countries. It continues to be a reminder of the rich heritage and history of the South West region of England, particularly in relation to its coastal communities and seafaring traditions.
There are approximately 38 people named Sunde in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Sunde.
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