Vardon

Topographic

Meaning

One who lived in a location with green or verdant characteristics.

Etymology

From Old French 'verd' (green) combined with the locative suffix '-on' or '-don'. The name likely originated in regions known for their vegetation or fertile lands.

About the Vardon Surname

An English topographic surname indicating residence in a green or fertile area. The name is most famously associated with Harry Vardon, the legendary golfer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname
Rare Common

Found primarily in England and among English-speaking populations.

Vardon Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Vardon Surname