Choat

Choat is a British surname with its origins in Old English. The name is derived from the word "ceosan," meaning "to choose," which suggests that individuals bearing this surname either had a reputation for making decisions or were perhaps known for having choice in certain matters.

The Choat surname is primarily found in the southern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Essex, Kent, and London. Over time, variations of the surname have emerged, such as Choate and Chote.

Notable individuals with the surname Choat have contributed to various fields, including academia, the arts, and business. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, retaining a link to the ancestral roots of those who bear it.

There are approximately 296 people named Choat in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Choat.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alastair
  • Alexander
  • Anthony
  • Brian
  • David
  • Jonathan
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • William

Female

  • Brenda
  • Catherine
  • Donna
  • Doris
  • Elizabeth
  • Georgina
  • Linda
  • Lucinda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Michaela
  • Pamela
  • Shelley
  • Suzanne

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