Boothby

The surname Boothby is of English origin, deriving from the Old Norse personal name "Boti," combined with the Old English element "by," meaning farm or settlement. It is a habitational name for individuals residing in or near the village of Boothby, which is found in several counties across England.

Notable Individuals:

  • William Boothby (1589-1652): An English lawyer and politician who held various positions in the Parliament of England during the early 17th century.

  • Sir Brooke Boothby (1744-1824): A poet and landowner known for his friendship with Jean-Jacques Rousseau and significant contributions to English literature.

Distribution: The surname Boothby is primarily found in the English counties of Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, and Derbyshire. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world due to migration and emigration.

Heraldic Arms: The Boothby family is associated with a coat of arms featuring symbols and colours that represent the heritage and achievements of the lineage. Heraldic research may provide further insights into the specific emblems associated with the Boothby name.

In modern times, individuals bearing the surname Boothby can be found engaged in various professions and fields, continuing the legacy of this historical British family name.

There are approximately 1,400 people named Boothby in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,676th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Boothby.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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

  • Alan
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Eric
  • James
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amanda
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Georgiana
  • Helen
  • Julie
  • Laura
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sally
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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