ALLCOTT
Allcott
Allcott is a surname of English origin, most commonly found in the United Kingdom. The name is of toponymic origin, deriving from the Old English words "ealh" meaning 'temple' and "cot" meaning 'cottage' or 'shelter'. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have lived near or worked in a small building associated with a temple or shrine.
The Allcott surname has been documented in historical records dating back to the early medieval period in England. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have been recorded in various regions across the country, with notable concentrations in areas such as Warwickshire and Gloucestershire.
The Allcott family name has been associated with individuals of diverse professions and backgrounds, including agricultural labourers, tradespeople, and craftsmen. Some branches of the Allcott family have achieved prominence in their communities through business ventures, military service, or contributions to the arts and sciences.
Today, the Allcott surname continues to be passed down through generations, and individuals bearing this name can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where descendants of British immigrants have settled. The history and genealogy of the Allcott family are subjects of interest to those studying British surnames and family history.
There are approximately 349 people named Allcott in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Allcott.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alfred
- Dave
- David
- Graham
- James
- John
- Michael
- Robert
- Stephen
- Terry
- Thomas
- Timothy
Female
- Denise
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jennie
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Kerry
- Pauline
- Rebecca
- Saskia
- Valerie
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