CHECKETT
Checkett
Checkett is a British surname that has its roots in medieval England. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English word "ceac", meaning "hay", and "cot", meaning "cottage", suggesting that the original bearers of the surname were likely associated with farms or cottages where hay was stored.
The surname Checkett has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Checote, Chickett, and Checkitt, indicating the evolution and adaptation of the name through different time periods and regions of England.
Individuals bearing the surname Checkett can be found across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as the Midlands and southern England. The surname has likely spread over the centuries as families migrated for various reasons, including economic opportunities and social changes.
Today, the surname Checkett may be relatively uncommon compared to some more widespread British surnames, but it continues to be part of the rich tapestry of names that reflect the history and diversity of the British Isles.
There are approximately 75 people named Checkett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Checkett.