BRATBY
Bratby
Bratby is an English surname of Old Norse origin, believed to have derived from the personal name "Brett" or "Bratt," meaning a 'steep or hilly place.' The name was likely used to describe someone who lived near such terrain.
The Bratby surname is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in areas such as Devon and Cornwall. The earliest recorded instances of the name date back to medieval times, suggesting a long history in the region.
Notable individuals with the surname Bratby include John Bratby (1928-1992), a renowned British artist associated with the "kitchen sink realism" movement in the 1950s. Known for his raw and expressive style, John Bratby gained recognition for his vivid portrayals of domestic scenes and still-life compositions.
Over the centuries, the Bratby surname has likely undergone variations in spelling due to factors such as regional dialects and phonetic evolution. Today, individuals bearing the Bratby name can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world as a result of migration and diaspora.
There are approximately 466 people named Bratby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Bratby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bob
- Dave
- David
- James
- Jason
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Caroline
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Katherine
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Wendy