ARTER
Arter
Arter is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the medieval period. The name is believed to be locational in nature, derived from a place name in England. The exact location that inspired the surname Arter is uncertain, as it may have been a now lost village or hamlet.
The first recorded instance of the Arter surname dates back to the 13th century in England. Over time, the name has spread across different regions and has been carried by families with diverse backgrounds and histories.
Variants of the Arter surname may include Arther or Arte. The name can be found in various records such as census data, birth/death registers, and immigration documents, indicating its presence both in the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British emigrants settled.
Today, individuals bearing the Arter surname can be found in different professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a connection to the past while embracing the present.
There are approximately 516 people named Arter in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Arter.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Brian
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Geoffrey
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
Female
- Barbara
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jean
- Kelly
- Linda
- Lyn
- Margaret
- Nicole
- Rose
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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