SUNDER

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Sunder

Sunder is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "sundor," meaning 'asunder' or 'apart'. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who lived far away from a main settlement, or who had a tendency to keep to themselves.

The surname Sunder has been found in various counties across England, with concentrations in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Somerset. Over the centuries, the name has evolved in spelling and pronunciation, with variants including "Sunderer" and "Sundering".

Individuals bearing the surname Sunder have been recorded in historical documents such as parish registers, census records, and wills, providing glimpses into their lives and occupations. The name may have been anglicised from Dutch, German or Scandinavian origins, as migration and trade brought people with diverse backgrounds to Britain.

Today, the surname Sunder is relatively rare, but it retains a sense of heritage and history for those who bear it. Genealogical research and DNA testing have enabled individuals with the surname Sunder to trace their ancestral roots and connect with others who share this distinctive family name.

There are approximately 226 people named Sunder in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Sunder.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

David
Davinder
Hardeep
Harjinder
Jaswant
Raj
Rajinder
Rakesh
Sham
Shyam
Sukhwinder
Suresh
Venkatesh

Female

Afifa
Amarjit
Anarjit
Asha
Baljit
Chaitra
Hansa
Mandeep
Manjit
Monica
Neelam
Paramjit
Prema
Rashpal
Sophia

Similar and related surnames

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