FAUSSET
Fausset
The surname Fausset is of English origin, derived from the Old French word "fau(c)et", meaning someone who lived near a beech tree. The name demonstrates the early influence of Norman culture on England following the Norman Conquest of 1066.
The Fausset surname is predominantly found in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire, indicating its Northern English roots. The name has undergone various spelling changes over the centuries, including Fawcett, Fawsett, and Faucett.
Notable individuals with the surname Fausset include Reverend Samuel Fausset, an English clergyman and author in the 19th century known for his religious writings. The Fausset family has contributed to various fields, including academia, literature, and the clergy.
The Fausset surname carries a sense of English heritage and history, reflecting the diverse origins and migration patterns of the British population. It continues to be passed down through generations, connecting modern individuals to their ancestral roots.
There are approximately 62 people named Fausset in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Fausset.