Archives > C > Caillier - Callais

Caillier - Callais

Most Comon Surname in this Range: Caldwell

Caldwell boasts a number of possible origins, including England, Scotland and Ireland. The name stems from Old English words meaning "cold" and "stream," and was often used as a habitational surname. Variations of the name were first recorded in Scotland in the 12th century and England during the following century. The name came to New England from Scotland throughout the 18th century.

2nd most Common Surname in this Range: Cain

Cain boasts numberous cultural origins and is used as a first name as frequently as a surname. In France, the name might refer to someone who is tall and thin or as an occupational surname for an individual who worked in the fields cutting down reeds. In England, the name is a habitational one, referring to those who live in the area of Calvados, France and in Scotland, the name is a derivative of the name John.

Click your family's surname below: