Last Name Yaden

The surname Yaden is of German origin. It is derived from the personal name Jodocus, a Latin form of the Breton name Judoc, which means "lord."

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The meaning and origin of the last name Yaden

The surname Yaden is of Scottish origin, deriving from the pre 7th century Old Norse personal name "Holden", meaning "son of Yada". The name is believed to have evolved from the word "gaedin", meaning cheerful or merry. Variations of the surname can be found in different spellings such as Yadin, Yaden, Yodan, and Yudin. The first recorded instance of the surname Yaden dates back to the late 13th century, where a notable bearer was recorded in the "Subsidy Rolls" of the county of Sussex in England. Over time, the surname Yaden spread to other regions, particularly in the United States where it is currently most commonly found.

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