Discover people named Beryl Coddington

The last name Coddington has its origins in England, specifically deriving from the Old English personal name "Codd," which means "a round or fat person," combined with the suffix "-ington," indicating a place of residence or origin. This surname likely first appeared in the medieval period, particularly in the regions of Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, where many surnames were formed based on local geography or notable characteristics of individuals. The meaning of Coddington suggests a connection to physical traits or perhaps a jovial disposition of those who initially bore the name. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions, including spellings such as Coddington and Codden, with some instances of anglicization in other countries. While the name is not exceedingly common today, it retains historical significance and reflects the social and occupational identities of its early bearers, often linked to agrarian lifestyles or local communities.