BOTCHER

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Botcher

The surname Botcher is of English origin and is derived from the occupation of a 'botcher’ or 'botcherer’. A botcher was a person who mended or patched clothing, particularly in times when new clothes were expensive and repairing garments was more common.

The name Botcher is considered to be of occupational and descriptive origin, as it would have been used to refer to a person known for their skill in patching or repairing clothes.

The Botcher surname has been found primarily in England, particularly in regions where textile work was prevalent. As with many surnames derived from occupations, the name may have been adopted by individuals as a way to differentiate themselves in a community.

Variants of the Botcher surname may include Botcherer, Botchier, Botchar, or Botchered, among others.

Notable individuals with the Botcher surname:

As the surname Botcher is relatively rare, there are no widely known individuals who bear this specific surname in history or in contemporary times.

The history and significance of the Botcher surname provide valuable insights into the lives and occupations of people in historical England, shedding light on the importance of textile work and garment repair in communities.

(Please note that the above information is intended for illustrative purposes and may not represent actual individuals with the Botcher surname.)

There are approximately 27 people named Botcher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Botcher.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Graham
John
Nicolas
Rasmus
Steven

Female

Mary
Sonja

Similar and related surnames

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