DRAYCOTT
Draycott
Draycott is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is locational, deriving from any of several places, such as Draycott in Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Somerset, Gloucestershire, or Herefordshire. The place names are composed of the Old English elements draca, meaning dragon, and cot, meaning cottage or dwelling.
Historically, the Draycott family is known to have been prominent in various regions across England. Members of the Draycott lineage have been documented as landowners, farmers, and traders in different periods of English history.
The surname Draycott has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Dracote, Dracoat, Dracot, and Draycote. Variants of the name may be linked to different spellings and regional pronunciations that emerged over time.
Today, the surname Draycott is relatively uncommon but can still be found among families of English descent, often concentrated in regions where the original Draycott settlements were located. Throughout history, numerous individuals bearing the Draycott surname have made contributions to various fields, embodying the rich heritage associated with this notable English name.
There are approximately 2,281 people named Draycott in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,779th most common surname in Britain. Around 35 in a million people in Britain are named Draycott.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Barry
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Carol
- Christine
- Emma
- Helen
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan