BOTFIELD
Botfield
The surname Botfield is of English origin, specifically associated with the West Midlands region of England. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "bota" meaning "dwelling" and "feld" meaning "field", indicating someone who either lived in or hailed from a field or area of land.
The Botfield family is known to have held a notable presence in Shropshire, particularly in and around the town of Shrewsbury. Records show that the family has been established in the region for centuries, with individuals bearing the name Botfield recorded in historical documents dating back to the medieval period.
One of the most prominent figures associated with the Botfield surname is Beriah Botfield (1807–1863), a renowned English bibliophile, collector, and Member of Parliament. Beriah Botfield amassed an extensive collection of rare books, manuscripts, and artworks, many of which are now housed in prestigious institutions such as the Bodleian Library in Oxford.
The Botfield surname continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by individuals with diverse backgrounds and interests. Through their legacy and contributions, those who bear the Botfield name help maintain its historical significance and connection to the English Midlands.
There are approximately 695 people named Botfield in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,749th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Botfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Jamie
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Amy
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Lisa
- Pauline
- Sarah
- Susan
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