DUTHIE
Duthie
Duthie is a Scottish and northern English surname of medieval origin, deriving from the Old French word "d'Outhe" meaning "from Outhe". The exact location of "Outhe" is uncertain, but it is believed to be a place name. The first recorded instance of the surname Duthie was in the 12th century in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
The Duthie surname is primarily found in Scotland, particularly in the Aberdeenshire region, where the Duthie family has historical roots. Over the centuries, Duthie families have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and to various parts of the world.
Duthie is a relatively uncommon surname, but individuals bearing this name have made notable contributions in various fields such as research, academia, business, and the arts.
Variant spellings of the surname may include Douthie or Duthiee. The coat of arms associated with the Duthie surname typically features heraldic symbols like a tree, signifying strength and stability, and a gold lion, representing courage and royalty.
The meaning and significance of the Duthie surname continue to be a subject of interest for genealogists and those interested in British surnames and family history.
There are approximately 2,885 people named Duthie in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,087th most common surname in Britain. Around 44 in a million people in Britain are named Duthie.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- George
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jean
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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