Surname · Welsh origin
Tudor
Meaning
The surname Tudor means Ruler of the people.
Origin
Welsh
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Tudor
Tudor comes from Tudur, “ruler of the people”; the royal Tudor dynasty took its name from it.
What kind of surname is Tudor?
Tudor is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Welsh naming tradition — you can read how Welsh surnames were formed on our Welsh last names page.
Other Welsh surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Tudor mean?
The surname Tudor means Ruler of the people. Tudor comes from Tudur, “ruler of the people”; the royal Tudor dynasty took its name from it.
Where does the surname Tudor come from?
Tudor is a surname of Welsh origin.
What kind of surname is Tudor?
Tudor is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Welsh surnames?
Other Welsh surnames include Bevan, Bowen, Griffiths, Lloyd, Maddox, Meredith.