Taubman

Origins and Meaning:
Taubman is a British surname with Germanic origins, derived from the Old High German personal name 'Diubald', meaning 'valiant people'. The name likely arrived in the British Isles after the Norman Conquest of 1066.

History:
The first recorded use of the surname Taubman was in the County of Suffolk in England during the 13th century, suggesting that the name has been present in British society for several centuries. It is believed that the Taubman family may have originated from German or Dutch settlers who later established themselves in England.

Distribution:
The Taubman surname is not among the most common surnames in the United Kingdom. It is most prominently found in regions with historical ties to Germanic settlements, such as the East of England and the South East.

Notable Bearers:

  • Sir Joshua Walmsley Taubman-Goldie (1867–1945): A British colonial administrator and diplomat who served in various capacities in Africa during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
  • Jeremy Taubman (b. 1972): A contemporary British artist known for his innovative approach to sculpture and mixed media installations.

Legacy:
Despite its relatively rare occurrence in modern Britain, the Taubman surname represents a distinctive part of the nation's diverse cultural heritage, blending Germanic roots with British identity. The few individuals who bear this surname continue to contribute to various fields, embodying the spirit of resilience and creativity associated with the name.

There are approximately 125 people named Taubman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Taubman.

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

  • Alexander
  • Anatole
  • Barry
  • Dale
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Timothy

Female

  • Alison
  • Ann
  • Clare
  • Georgina
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Joanne
  • Kathryn
  • Mary
  • Samantha
  • Teresa
  • Vera
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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