TheNameDBLoudon
TopographicMeaning
Derived from a place name, likely referring to a settlement or geographical location in Scotland.
Etymology
Loudon derives from a Scottish place name, possibly combining Old English or Gaelic elements. The name may relate to a location in Ayrshire, Scotland, where the Loudon family held lands. The surname emerged as a locational designation for people from this region.
About the Loudon Surname
A Scottish surname derived from a place name, likely in Ayrshire. The surname has a clear locational origin and remains concentrated in Scotland.
Distribution
Primarily found in Scotland and among Scottish diaspora communities, particularly in North America.
Notable Bearers
Unknown