CROUT
Crout
Crout is a British surname of possible French origins. The name is believed to have been derived from the Old French word crouste, meaning "crust" or "top layer". The name is thought to have originally been used as a nickname for someone with a tough exterior or outer layer.
The Crout surname is relatively rare and is found mainly in the South East of England, particularly in counties such as Kent and Sussex. The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Croust, Croustes, and Croute.
Individuals with the surname Crout have been recorded in historical documents such as census records, parish registers, and military records, indicating a long-standing presence in British society. The name has likely evolved over time through variations in spelling and pronunciation.
Like many surnames, the meaning and origins of Crout have likely diversified over time, and individuals bearing this name may have little or no connection to its original meaning.
There are approximately 172 people named Crout in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Crout.
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
- Alan
- David
- Gary
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Philip
- Robert
- Timothy
- Twh
Female
- Abigail
- Ann
- Barbara
- Beverley
- Eileen
- Elizabeth
- Eloise
- Kim
- Laura
- Margaret
- Maria
- Patricia
- Susan
- Veronica
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.