UNDERDOWN
Underdown
Underdown is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Devon and Sussex. The name is believed to have derived from a topographical feature, signifying a place that is located down below or under something, such as a valley or a hill.
The origins of the Underdown family name can be traced back to medieval times, with records showing the presence of individuals bearing this surname as early as the 13th century. Over the centuries, the name has been passed down through generations, with various branches of the family establishing themselves in different regions of England.
Individuals with the surname Underdown have been noted in various historical records, indicating their involvement in local communities, occupations such as farming, and sometimes even in notable events. Today, the surname continues to be borne by families across the country and has become a distinctive part of British heritage.
There are approximately 1,414 people named Underdown in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,633rd most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Underdown.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Keith
- Kevin
- Mark
- Martyn
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Ann
- Caroline
- Claire
- Hazel
- Janette
- Karen
- Linda
- Louise
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Susan