Cotten

Origin and Etymology

Cotten is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "cote" or "cotan," meaning a small house or shelter. It is believed to have been used as a surname to refer to someone who lived in or near a small cottage.

Distribution and Legacy

The surname Cotten is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most instances concentrated in the southern regions, particularly in counties such as Hampshire and Sussex.

Notable Individuals

  1. Henry Cotten (1772-1849) - A renowned agriculturalist from Hampshire, known for his contributions to modern farming techniques during the early 19th century.

  2. Margaret Cotten (1900-1976) - A notable British novelist and playwright, best known for her works exploring themes of rural life and social relationships in post-war Britain.

Variants and Derivatives

Variants of the surname Cotten include "Cotton" and "Cotting," with spelling variations often influenced by regional dialects and historical records.

There are approximately 143 people named Cotten in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Cotten.

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

  • Aaron
  • Alec
  • Andrew
  • David
  • Eric
  • Gary
  • James
  • Marc
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Stanley
  • Stuart
  • Toby

Female

  • Brenda
  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Eileen
  • Elizabeth
  • Jennifer
  • Lyndsay
  • Mandy
  • Margaret
  • Naomi
  • Rita
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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