DUCAT
Ducat
Ducat is a British surname of French origin, derived from the French word "duc," meaning "duke." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who behaved in a noble or regal manner, or for someone who worked in the service of a duke or noble family.
The Ducat surname has been predominantly found in regions where French influence has been historically prominent, such as Normandy and other parts of France. Over time, some individuals with the surname Ducat may have migrated to England, contributing to the presence of the name in British records.
Famous individuals with the surname Ducat have not been widely documented, but the name continues to be carried by families across the UK and beyond. Like many surnames, it reflects the complex history of migration and cultural exchange that has shaped the British Isles over centuries.
There are approximately 114 people named Ducat in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Ducat.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Craig
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Ann
- Betty
- Carol
- Edwina
- Laura
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Naomi
- Philippa
- Pippa
- Sharon
Similar and related surnames
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