ARMYTAGE
Armytage
Armytage is a surname of English origin that is predominantly found in the county of Yorkshire. The name derives from a place called "Armitage" located near Brighouse in West Yorkshire. The village's name is believed to come from Old English words meaning "hermit’s enclosure", indicating a historical connection to religious settlements.
The Armytage family is well-known for their long history in the region, with records dating back to the medieval period. They have been prominent landowners and have held various titles over the centuries. The family's ancestral seat is the renowned Kirklees Hall, a historic estate with a rich architectural and cultural heritage.
Notable figures with the surname Armytage include Sir George Armytage, a 19th-century baronet and landowner, and Frances Armytage, a socialite and philanthropist known for her contributions to charity and the arts.
The surname Armytage continues to be borne by descendants of the ancient Yorkshire lineage, upholding their legacy and connection to the region's history and traditions.
There are approximately 137 people named Armytage in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Armytage.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Benjamin
- Colin
- David
- Hugh
- John
- Marcus
- Martin
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
Female
- Emma
- Julia
- Julie
- Laura
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Rosalind
- Sandra
- Stephanie
- Victoria