CUTHBERT
Cuthbert
Cuthbert is an Anglo-Saxon surname of Old English origin. Derived from the personal name 'Cuthbeorht', which means "famous and bright", the surname is a patronymic coming from the given name.
The name Cuthbert has its roots in the early medieval period and was commonly found across England and Scotland. It can be traced back to the time of the Anglo-Saxons and Saint Cuthbert, an important historical figure in the north of England during the 7th and 8th centuries.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Cuthbert have been known for their contributions to various fields including art, literature, and academia. The name has managed to maintain a certain level of prominence due to its historical significance and continued usage in contemporary society.
Today, the surname Cuthbert is relatively uncommon but can still be encountered across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British descendants have settled.
There are approximately 7,205 people named Cuthbert in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,305th most common surname in Britain. Around 111 in a million people in Britain are named Cuthbert.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Ann
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Laura
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
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