WEEDON
Weedon
Weedon is a surname of English origin with its roots in the village of Weedon Bec in Northamptonshire, England. The name derives from the Old English words "wēoh" meaning 'shrine' or 'idol' and "dūn" meaning 'hill'. As such, the name Weedon likely referred to someone living near a shrine or sacred place in medieval England.
The surname Weedon is first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a survey of England and Wales completed by order of William the Conqueror. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Weedon have been found in various parts of England, with concentrations in Northamptonshire and neighbouring counties.
Throughout history, the Weedon family has been associated with various professions and occupations, including agriculture, trade, and military service. Notable individuals bearing the Weedon surname have made contributions in diverse fields such as literature, art, politics, and academia.
Today, the surname Weedon is found not only in the United Kingdom but also in countries where individuals with English ancestry have settled. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its ancient origins in the English landscape.
There are approximately 2,843 people named Weedon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,139th most common surname in Britain. Around 44 in a million people in Britain are named Weedon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
Female
- Amanda
- Anne
- Carole
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Hazel
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Louise
- Margaret
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
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