Gordon Buckingham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gordon Buckingham — great hill
156K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gordon Buckingham is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Gordon is a masculine given name of Scottish origin. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy. The surname Buckingham: A. David Buckingham, British physical chemist Catharinus P. Buckingham, American Civil War general Celeste Buckingham, Slovak recording artist of Swiss-American origins David Buckingham, American judge and former Associate Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court David Buckingham, Canadian politician Des Buckingham, English football manager Ed Buckingham, Canadian politician Edgar Buckingham, creator of the Buckingham π theorem, a key theorem in dimensional analysis Edward Taylor Buckingham, III, former CNMI Attorney General James Silk Buckingham, oriental traveller Jane Buckingham (born 1968), A. Gordon is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 156K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gordon reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gordon

Meaning: great hill

Scottish

Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.

Surname: Buckingham

English

A. David Buckingham, British physical chemist Catharinus P. Buckingham, American Civil War general Celeste Buckingham, Slovak recording artist of Swiss-American origins David Buckingham, American judge and former Associate Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court David Buckingham, Canadian politician Des Buckingham, English football manager Ed Buckingham, Canadian politician Edgar Buckingham, creator of the Buckingham π theorem, a key theorem in dimensional analysis Edward Taylor Buckingham, III, former CNMI Attorney General James Silk Buckingham, oriental traveller Jane Buckingham (born 1968), A.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gordon is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gordon by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gordon Buckingham

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gordon Buckingham:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gordon?
The first name Gordon originates from Scottish. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.
When was Gordon most popular?
The name Gordon reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Buckingham?
The surname Buckingham originates from English. A. David Buckingham, British physical chemist Catharinus P. Buckingham, American Civil War general Celeste Buckingham, Slovak recording artist of Swiss-American origins David Buckingham, American judge and former Associate Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court David Buckingham, Canadian politician Des Buckingham, English football manager Ed Buckingham, Canadian politician Edgar Buckingham, creator of the Buckingham π theorem, a key theorem in dimensional analysis Edward Taylor Buckingham, III, former CNMI Attorney General James Silk Buckingham, oriental traveller Jane Buckingham (born 1968), A.
What are the origins of the name Gordon Buckingham?
The name Gordon Buckingham combines two different traditions: the first name Gordon has Scottish roots, while the surname Buckingham originates from English.
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