Carder

The Carder surname has English origins and dates back to the medieval period. It is derived from the occupational name for a carder of wool or flax, someone who combs and cleans fibers before spinning them into yarn. The name Carder has variations such as Carden and Cardon, and is not particularly common. Individuals with the Carder surname can be found across the United States and United Kingdom. Today, many people with this surname continue to carry on traditions of textile work, while others have branched out into various professions.