Findmypast, we take a look at the most common Welsh surnames, their meaning and story.The most common surname in Wales and one of the most prolific in the world.
In 1913, the phrase 'keeping up with the Joneses' was coined, and today means to try and outdo your neighbour. This surname isn't Welsh however, and in fact originates from England meaning 'John's son'.
John is derived from the Latin Johannes, meaning "Yaweh is gracious".The earliest traces of the surname can be found in document that dates back to 1410, and currently Findmypast has around 16,198,704 records where Jones appears.
Under the Laws in Wales Act 1532-1542, the Welsh were asked to adopt a system of surnames similar to the English. Traditionally, they had a variety of old.
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