GAIT
Gait
The surname Gait is of ancient English origin, deriving from the Old English word 'geat' or 'gat', meaning gate. It is considered to be of topographic origin, denoting someone who lived near a gate or a barrier. The name may also have been occupational, referring to a gatekeeper or someone involved in the making or maintenance of gates.
The Gait surname is primarily found in the northern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over time, bearers of the surname spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world.
Notable individuals with the surname Gait include British molecular biologist and geneticist Sir Martin Gait, known for his pioneering work on gene therapy. The surname Gait has a rich history and continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and beyond.
There are approximately 455 people named Gait in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Gait.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Albert
- Andrew
- Barry
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Martyn
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Steven
Female
- Angela
- Annette
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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