FITT
Fitt
Fitt is a British surname of Old English origin, believed to have derived from the word "Fytt," meaning thread or filament. It is classified as a surname that originated from a nickname or an occupational name for a maker of exquisite or delicate crafts. The name may also have been a descriptive term for someone who was slim or slender in stature.
The first recorded instance of the surname Fitt can be traced back to the 13th century in the county of Norfolk, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and has been carried by families with diverse backgrounds and occupations.
Individuals bearing the surname Fitt have contributed to various fields and professions, including but not limited to arts, sciences, sports, and academia. The name has continued to evolve and adapt over time, reflecting the changing social landscapes and migrations of populations within the British Isles.
Today, the surname Fitt remains relatively uncommon but is preserved by numerous families across the United Kingdom and beyond, serving as a tribute to their shared heritage and ancestral roots.
There are approximately 1,222 people named Fitt in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,338th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Fitt.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Rodney
- Stephen
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Cs
- Elizabeth
- Hazel
- Jean
- Joanne
- Linda
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Victoria