CORNETT
Cornett
Family Name
Origin and Meaning:
The surname Cornett is of Old French and Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the word "cornet," which referred to a horn or musical instrument. It is likely that the name was given to someone who played the cornet, or held a position as a standard-bearer.
Distribution:
The surname Cornett is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most individuals found in England, particularly in the southern regions.
Notable Individuals:
- John Cornett (1874-1956): An English musician known for his mastery of the cornet and contributions to brass band music.
- Sarah Cornett: A renowned British historian specialising in medieval music and ancient instruments.
Coat of Arms:
The Cornett family coat of arms features elements such as musical instruments, heraldic devices, and symbols denoting courage and loyalty.
Variants:
Variants of the surname Cornett include Cornet and Cornettine.
References:
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
Typical given names associated with the Cornett surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Barry
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Neil
- Robert
- Rodney
- Ronald
Female
- Christina
- Elizabeth
- Irene
- Janet
- Julie
- Karen
- Katie
- Lorraine
- Mary
- Sarah
- Shirley
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
How to communicate the surname Cornett in...
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There are approximately 139 people named Cornett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Cornett.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Famous people named Cornett
- Rosalind Cornett - Table tennis player (1933 to 2015)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.