History:
Sandes is an English surname derived from the Old Norse personal name Sandi.
The surname Sandes first appeared in records in the 13th century. It is thought to have been introduced to England by Scandinavian settlers. The name is found in many different spellings, such as Sandes, Sandys, Saundes, Saundys, and Saunderson.
Description:
The Sandes surname is associated with the West Country of England. It is thought to have originated in the counties of Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall.
The Sandes surname is associated with the Church of England, as many of its bearers were members of the clergy.
The Sandes surname has many variations, including Sandys, Saundes, Saundys, Saunderson, and Sanderson.
