TheNameDBCaldwell
MasculineMeaning
Derived from a place name meaning 'cold well' or 'cold spring.'
Etymology
The name comes from Old English 'cald' meaning cold and 'well' meaning spring or stream, referring to a geographical location. It originated as a place name in northern England and Scotland before becoming a surname.
About the Name Caldwell
Caldwell is primarily a surname but occasionally appears as a given name, particularly in American families. It has geographical origins in the British Isles and carries a sense of place-based heritage.