Vallender

Vallender is a surname of British origin, primarily found in the South East region of England. The name Vallender is believed to be of occupational origin, deriving from the Middle English word "valiender," which referred to a person who worked as a seller of vellum, a type of fine parchment made from calfskin.

The Vallender surname is relatively rare and is most commonly found in historical records dating back to the 18th century. Individuals bearing the surname Vallender were often associated with professions related to writing, bookbinding, or the parchment trade.

Notable individuals with the Vallender surname are limited, and the name has not been linked to any significant historical or cultural figures. Despite its scarcity, the surname Vallender holds a place in the rich tapestry of British surnames and reflects the diversity of occupational names that have shaped the heritage of the United Kingdom.

Today, the Vallender surname may be rare, but it remains a part of the broader British genealogical landscape, offering a glimpse into the historical trades and occupations that once defined the lives of those who bore this name.

There are approximately 373 people named Vallender in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Vallender.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Leslie
  • Mark
  • Neil
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Walter

Female

  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Katherine
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sophie
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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