What is the origin of the last name Moddy?

The surname "Moddy" is of Old English origin, derived from the personal name "Mudd", a short form of various compound names with the first element "Mu", such as "Mu(d)wif" or "Mu(d)wine". It ultimately comes from the pre-7th century word "mudde", meaning "mud" in Old English. The name was likely given to someone who lived near or worked with mud.

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