Surname Tiddens - Meaning and Origin

Tiddens: What does the surname Tiddens mean?

The last name Tiddens is believed to be a variant of the Dutch surnames Tidema, Tiedema, and Tyedema. The name is derived from the old Viking word “tid”, which means “to cut”. As a suffix “ma” was added, which is derived from the Dutch word “maat” meaning “companion”. Thus the name Tiddens can be translated as “cutter of companion”, referring to an individual who was a companion to someone in cutting or sawing wood.

The surname Tiddens could have also derived from the occupation of “tiding,” which was an archaic term used to refer to the leaders of caravans or drovers who drove and managed livestock. This occupation was more typically related to the masculine form of the surname, but women in history did play a role as “tiders”.

The Tiddens family is believed to have originated in Northern Netherlands in the Frisian and Groningen provinces, and the name can trace its roots back to Netherlands history. It is likely that the surname traveled to the United States and other parts of the world through Dutch immigrants.

Today people with the surname Tiddens may still find some ties to the old Viking occupational traditions, and many carry the name with them as a reminder of their Dutch ancestry.

Tiddens: Where does the name Tiddens come from?

The last name Tiddens isn't particularly common, but it does exist in several parts of the world. It is particularly common in the Netherlands, where census records show there are at least 3,000 Dutch citizens with this name. It is also widely scattered throughout Germany, especially in the Schleswig-Holstein region. In the United States, the name is most common in the Northeastern states. It is especially popular in Maine, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. The focus of the family is heavily concentrated in small towns and villages along the coastlines of these states. In Canada, Tiddens is mostly found in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Manitoba.

In each area where the name is most commonly found, its presence dates back centuries. It is thought that the name is either German or Dutch in origin, and the first records of the family are from the late 16th and early 17th centuries, when people from these nations were travelling and settling in the New World. While the name doesn't have a long noble history, many Tiddens families have lived in the same areas for hundreds of years, making them an important part of local history.

Variations of the surname Tiddens

The surname Tiddens is a true Anglo-Saxon surname. It has various spellings and variants, including Tidn, Tidns, Tidnet, Tidnett, Tidnetts, Tiddnes, Tydens, Tyde, Tiden, Tydeman, and Tidemann. This surname does not have any major variations as it has been used as a given name for many generations.

The origin of the surname is unknown, however it is thought to have derived from an old English place name, such as Tiden, Tidens and Tynden, which are located in Kent and Sussex. These place names are believed to derive from the Old English words 'tīd', which means 'time' or 'season' and 'denn', which means 'valley or dale’.

The earliest record of the surname Tiddens is found in the Assize Rolls of Sussex from 1241. The records mentions one Thomas de Tiden and William Tiden. The earliest records of the name in the United States is of one Priscilla Tiddens in the United States Census of 1820.

The surname Tiddens is still found today throughout England, although its presence is most evident in the county of Kent. It is also prevalent in many parts of the United States, particularly in the south. The name may also be seen in its various spellings in other parts of the world, particularly Australia; where it has been adopted as an Anglicized form of the original name.

Famous people with the name Tiddens

• Matthijs Tiddens: This Dutch speed skater competed at the 2010 and 2014 Winter Olympics. He has also won several medals at the Dutch Allround Championships.
• Lennart Tiddens: Lennart is a German artist and sculptor known for his ceramic and metal sculptures. His works have been featured in numerous European exhibitions.
• Wiebke Tiddens: Wiebke is a German actress who has appeared in dozens of TV shows and films. She has starred in numerous productions on the ZDF network, including the miniseries "Die Sixtinische Kapelle" and the drama series "Morden im Norden."
• Jan Tiddens: Jan is a Dutch professional footballer who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for FC Eindhoven in the Dutch top-flight.
• Jesper Tiddens: Jesper is a Dutch alpine ski racer who has competed in the FIS World Cup since 2013. He has two World Cup podiums and won a bronze medal at the 2016 Youth Winter Olympics.
• Harry Tiddens: Harry was a Dutch long-distance runner who competed at the 1948, 1952 and 1956 Olympics. He won a silver medal in the 10,000 metres at the 1958 European Championships.
• Malou Tiddens: Malou is a Dutch fencer who won a gold medal in the team foil event at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. She also competed at the 2000 Sydney Games.
• Bart Tiddens: Bart is a Dutch recording artist and songwriter. He has released several albums and written hits for other artists.

Other surnames

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