BREWITT
Brewitt
Brewitt is an English surname of Old French origin, believed to be derived from the personal name "Brut", a diminutive of "Brien" or "Brian". The surname has been recorded in various spellings over the centuries, including Brewitt, Brewett, and Bruitt.
The Brewitt family history can be traced back to medieval times in England, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lancashire. Members of the Brewitt family were often involved in agricultural occupations or as craftsmen, reflecting the typical trades of the era.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Brewitt have been recorded throughout history, with some gaining prominence in various fields such as academia, commerce, and the arts. The Brewitt name continues to have a presence in modern times, both in the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where descendants of the family have settled.
The study of the Brewitt surname and its genealogy provides a rich tapestry of the family's heritage and legacy, offering insights into the social, cultural, and historical contexts in which they lived.
There are approximately 282 people named Brewitt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Brewitt.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Nick
- Robert
- Ronald
- Stephen
- Timothy
Female
- Alice
- Carol
- Claire
- Julie
- Kerri
- Louise
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Pauline
- Sally
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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