Bartrop

Bartrop is a British surname that has historical significance and is relatively uncommon in modern times. The surname is of English origin and is believed to have originated from the Middle Ages.

Etymology and Origins

The surname Bartrop is thought to have derived from the Old English personal name "Berolf", which consists of the elements "ber" meaning "bear" and "wulf" meaning "wolf". Over time, the name evolved into various forms, including Bartope, Bartrop, and Bartroppe.

Historical Significance

The Bartrop surname has been recorded sparsely throughout history. Individuals with this surname were likely to have been found in the Yorkshire region of England. The Bartrop family may have been associated with farming or other rural occupations typical of the medieval era.

Modern Distribution

In modern times, the Bartrop surname remains relatively rare and is primarily found in certain regions of the United Kingdom. While the exact number of individuals bearing this surname is limited, those who do may have ancestral ties to the original Bartrop families from centuries past.

Notable Individuals

There are few notable individuals associated with the Bartrop surname, reflecting its niche presence in recorded historical records. Further research into local archives and genealogical sources may yield more information on specific Bartrop family members and their contributions to British history.

References

  • P. Hanks, Flavia Hodges. A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press, 1988.

There are approximately 458 people named Bartrop in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Bartrop.

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

  • Christopher
  • Colin
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Lee
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Samuel
  • Stephen

Female

  • Alison
  • Caroline
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Janet
  • Keeley
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Stephanie
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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