Datt

Datt is a surname of British origin, believed to have derived from the Old Norse personal name "Datta" or the Old English personal name "Dæde," both of which mean "man given by God." The surname has variants such as Datte, Dote, Date, and Dotte.

The Datt surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in England. The name is primarily concentrated in the southern parts of the country.

Historically, individuals bearing the surname Datt have been found with various occupations, such as farmers, tradesmen, and clergy. Like many surnames, the meaning and distribution of Datt have evolved over time due to factors such as migration and intermarriage.

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In modern times, the Datt surname continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and heritage.

There are approximately 99 people named Datt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Datt.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Hindu

Language of origin: Hindi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Deepankar
  • Rajiv
  • Ramneesh
  • Shiv
  • Sunil

Female

  • Chhavi
  • Lina
  • Rakhi
  • Savita
  • Shumita

Similar and related surnames

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