FOOTITT
Footitt
Footitt is a surname of English origin, commonly found in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The name likely has its roots in the Old English word "fot", meaning "foot", and the diminutive suffix "-itt", indicating a small or endearing quality.
The Footitt surname has been traced back to medieval times, where it was primarily associated with people who were either cobblers or had a distinctive gait or foot shape. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of England, with notable concentrations in Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.
Individuals bearing the Footitt surname have been documented in historical records, including census data, parish registers, and military records. The name has also seen various spellings over time, such as Footit, Footitt, Futtit, and Foutit.
Today, the Footitt surname continues to be passed down through generations, with many descendants proudly upholding their family heritage. The name serves as a reminder of England's rich linguistic and occupational history, reflecting the diverse origins of surnames in the country.
There are approximately 616 people named Footitt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Footitt.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Elaine
- Emma
- Helen
- Joanne
- Karen
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Susan