TheNameDBCavendish
TopographicMeaning
Derived from the village of Cavendish in Suffolk, England, meaning 'Cafa's dairy farm' or 'settlement of Cafa.'
Etymology
The surname originates from the Old English personal name Cafa combined with 'dish' (meaning dairy farm or settlement). The place name is documented in the Domesday Book.
About the Cavendish Surname
A prestigious English surname derived from a place name in Suffolk, borne by the prominent Cavendish family of nobility. The name is associated with significant contributions to science and literature.
Distribution
Primarily found in England, particularly in East Anglia, with notable presence in aristocratic circles and their descendants worldwide.
Notable Bearers
Henry Cavendish (English scientist), Margaret Cavendish (English philosopher and writer), Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (née Parker Bowles, descended from Cavendish)