BAPTIE
Baptie
Origin and Meaning
Baptie is a surname of Scottish and English origin derived from the personal name "Bartholomew", a name of ancient Greek origin meaning 'son of Talmai'. Over time, variations of the name emerged, including "Baptist" from which the surname Baptie may have been derived.
History
The surname Baptie has been found predominantly in Scotland, particularly in the regions of Fife and Kinross. It is believed to have originated in the medieval period and was likely used to distinguish individuals based on their occupation, as in the case of a baptist or someone involved in religious ceremonies such as baptisms.
Notable Individuals
Famous individuals bearing the surname Baptie are scarce. However, this surname remains a reminder of the rich history and cultural diversity found within British surnames, reflecting the evolving influences and occupations of the people who carried them.
Variants
Variants of the surname Baptie include Baptiste, Bate, Battie, and Bartholomew. Throughout history, the spelling and pronunciation of the surname have varied, leading to the wide range of variants seen today.
There are approximately 376 people named Baptie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Baptie.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Robert
- Scott
- William
Female
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Gillian
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan