ARBUTHNOTT
Arbuthnott
Arbuthnott is a Scottish surname of great historical significance. The name is derived from the ancient estate of Arbuthnott in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century, when the family held prominent positions in society.
The Arbuthnott family rose to prominence through various endeavours, including military service, politics, and academia. One of the most notable figures of the surname is Sir Robert Arbuthnott, who played a significant role in the Scottish Wars of Independence alongside William Wallace and Robert the Bruce.
Over the centuries, the Arbuthnott family has been associated with the famous Arbuthnott Manuscripts, a collection of historical documents and genealogical records detailing the family's illustrious past.
Today, the surname Arbuthnott is borne by individuals across the globe, with many descendants tracing their roots back to the ancestral lands in Scotland.
The Arbuthnott name continues to hold a sense of pride and heritage among those who bear it, reflecting a rich tapestry of Scottish history and tradition.
Typical given names associated with the Arbuthnott surname
Male
- Allan
- Christopher
- Craig
- David
- George
- Hugh
- Ian
- James
- John
- Nicholas
- Robert
- Scott
Female
- Clare
- Elinor
- Elizabeth
- Florence
- Jane
- Mary
- Molly
- Rachel
- Suzanne
- Vanessa
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There are approximately 308 people named Arbuthnott in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Arbuthnott.
Famous people named Arbuthnott
- Keith Arbuthnott, 17th Viscount of Arbuthnott - Scottish peer
- Keith Arbuthnott, 15th Viscount of Arbuthnott - Viscount; British Army general, Lord-Lieutenant of Kincardineshire (1897 to 1966)
- John Arbuthnott, 16th Viscount of Arbuthnott - John Arbuthnott, KT CBE, DSC, 16th Viscount of Arbuthnott, Lord and Businessman (1924 to 2012)
- Hugh James Arbuthnott - Diplomat
- John Arbuthnott, 9th Viscount of Arbuthnott - Scottish peer and soldier (1806 to 1891)
- Alexander Dundas Young Arbuthnott - Royal Navy admiral (1789 to 1871)
- John Arbuthnott, 10th Viscount of Arbuthnott - Scottish viscount and Deputy Lieutenant for Kincardineshire (1843 to 1895)
- Thomas Arbuthnott - New Zealand boxer (1911 to 1995)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.