BOLT
Bolt
Origin
The surname Bolt is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "bolt", meaning a bolt or arrow when used as a weapon or for shooting. It is therefore likely that the surname was originally used to describe a person who made bolts or arrows.
Distribution
The surname Bolt is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions of England such as the West Midlands and East Anglia. It has also spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Australia, and Canada, due to migration patterns over the centuries.
Variants
Variants of the surname Bolt include Bolte, Boltz, Bolten, and Bolter.
Famous Bearers
- Usain Bolt (1986-) - Jamaican sprinter widely regarded as the fastest person ever, holding multiple world records in sprinting events.
- Robert Bolt (1924-1995) - English playwright and screenwriter, best known for his works such as "A Man for All Seasons" and "Lawrence of Arabia."
Coat of Arms
The Bolt family coat of arms features a silver shield with three red crosses bottony issuing from the flanks.
Legacy
The surname Bolt has left a lasting legacy in various fields, from athletics to the arts, with notable bearers making significant contributions to their respective fields.
There are approximately 3,351 people named Bolt in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,717th most common surname in Britain. Around 51 in a million people in Britain are named Bolt.
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
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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