Purden History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Purden surname in England is of Norman origins, thought to have originally been a nickname from the Old French "prud’homme" meaning "wise man." Early Origins of the Purden familyThe surname Purden was first found in Wiltshire, and Surrey. where Gilbert Prodhome or Prudume was on record in the Pipe Rolls in the 12th century. The name Roger Prodomme or Prodhomme was recorded in the Feet of Fines of Essex in 1284, and in 1326. The place named Pridhamsleigh, in Devon is named for John Prodhomme, who lived there in 1281. Like many Norman names, Purden made its way to Scotland, where the first record of the name was of Willelmus Prodomme of Scotia, a mercator who had safe conduct to England in 1373. Early History of the Purden familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Purden research. Another 74 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1454, 1476, 1597, 1609, 1675, 1687, 1708, 1709 and 1737 are included under the topic Early Purden History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Purden Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Prudholm, Prudham, Prodhamn, Proudhome, Prudholme, Prudhome, Prodomme, Purdomme, Purdon, Purdholm and many more. Early Notables of the Purden familyMore information is included under the topic Early Purden Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Purden family to IrelandSome of the Purden family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Purden Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Purden Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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