VAUDIN
Vaudin
Vaudin is a surname of Norman origin that can be traced back to the early medieval period in the British Isles. The name is believed to have derived from the Old French personal name 'Vadun,' which itself may have originated from the Old Germanic name 'Waldwin,' meaning "ruler who governs with power and grace."
The Vaudin family has historically been associated with the Channel Islands, particularly Jersey and Guernsey. Over the centuries, branches of the Vaudin family have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals with the surname Vaudin have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, business, and politics. The surname's legacy is preserved through family records, genealogical research, and historical documents.
Today, the surname Vaudin continues to be borne by descendants of the original Vaudin family, reflecting a long and diverse heritage that is an integral part of the tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 154 people named Vaudin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Vaudin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- Gary
- George
- Graham
- Jason
- John
- Ken
- Matthew
- Michael
- Stephen
- Stuart
Female
- Claire
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Jeanette
- Jennifer
- Kim
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Winifred