Rudde History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Rudde surname is derived the Old English "rud," meaning "red," and is considered to have been a nickname surname for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. Early Origins of the Rudde familyThe surname Rudde was first found in Yorkshire, where the first on record were Gerard and William Rudde, listed in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire of 1189. Early History of the Rudde familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Rudde research. Another 45 words (3 lines of text) covering the years 1549, 1569, 1583, 1584, 1601, 1602, 1615, 1641, 1656, 1667, 1668, 1719 and 1733 are included under the topic Early Rudde History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Rudde Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Rudd, Rudde, Rud and others. Early Notables of the Rudde familyDistinguished members of the family include Reverend Eric Rudd, a claimant to the Scottish barony of Duffus.
Anthony Rudd (c. 1549-1615), was an English divine, Bishop of St. David's, born in Yorkshire, was admitted socius minor at Trinity College, Cambridge, on 6 Sept. 1569.
Thomas Rudd (c. 1583-1656), was an English military engineer and mathematician, served as Chief... Migration of the Rudde family to IrelandSome of the Rudde family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
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