Caldwell

Source: Old English

Root Word: cald + wella

Derived From: A combination of cald (meaning "cold") and wella (meaning "spring" or "stream")

Meaning: Cold springs or streams

Popularity History: Caldwell first appeared in the UK as a place name surname, and later became more common as a surname in the UK and the US. In recent years, its frequency of use as a name has increased.