Auld

Descriptive

Meaning

Old or ancient, derived from the Scots word for 'old'.

Etymology

From Middle Scots 'auld', cognate with Old English 'eald'. The term was used as a descriptor in Scottish naming traditions.

About the Auld Surname

A Scottish surname derived from an adjective meaning 'old', likely originally applied to distinguish an elder person or ancestor. The name reflects common Scottish practice of using descriptive terms as surnames.

Distribution

Primarily Scotland and Northern England.

Notable Bearers

William Auld (Scottish poet)