ARNOT
Arnot
Arnot is a British surname of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Earna," meaning eagle, combined with the word "hnutu," which translates to "nut." The surname is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a noticeable oak tree or walnut tree.
Various spellings of the surname have been recorded over the centuries, including Arnett, Arnott, and Arnot. The name is most commonly found in Scotland, particularly in the regions of Fife and Perthshire.
Historical records show that individuals with the surname Arnot have been prominent in various fields, including academia, politics, and business. Notable bearers of the name include Richard Arnot, a Scottish historian, and Sir David Arnot, a British diplomat.
The Arnot family crest features a shield with a diagonal band embellished with three trefoils, symbolising prosperity and growth. The motto "Laus Deo" is often associated with the surname, meaning "Praise God."
Today, the surname Arnot continues to be found across the United Kingdom and the wider British diaspora, maintaining a connection to its historic Scottish roots.
There are approximately 596 people named Arnot in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Arnot.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Charles
- David
- Fraser
- James
- John
- Keith
- Paul
- Robert
- Scott
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Gillian
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Jeanette
- Jennifer
- Joyce
- Julie
- Katy
- Marcelle
- Margaret
- Shirley