AMOTT
Amott
Amott is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is a variant of the Old English personal name Eadmund, derived from the elements ead, meaning "prosperity" or "fortune," and mund, meaning "protector."
The surname Amott is primarily found in the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas such as Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Yorkshire. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries, particularly in the former British colonies.
Individuals bearing the surname Amott have been notable in various fields over the centuries, including academia, literature, art, and business. As with many surnames, the history and significance of the Amott name have evolved over time, reflecting the changing societal and cultural landscape of Britain.
Researching one's own family history and genealogy can often shed light on the specific origins and branches of the Amott surname within an individual's family tree.
There are approximately 198 people named Amott in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Amott.
Surname type: Diminutive
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- George
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Martin
- Michael
- Mick
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
Female
- Amanda
- Andrea
- Anne
- Betty
- Dorothy
- Jane
- Joanne
- Katie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Pauline
- Sally
- Susan
- Suzanne