GAUNTLETT
Gauntlett
Surname: Gauntlett
Origin: Old French
Meaning: Derived from the Old French word "gantelet", meaning a "gauntlet" or a type of glove
Region of Origin: England
History
The surname Gauntlett has English origins, thought to be derived from the Old French word "gantelet", which referred to a form of glove or gauntlet. The surname is believed to have been introduced to England after the Norman Conquest in 1066. Over time, the name evolved into its current form of Gauntlett.
Distribution
The Gauntlett surname has been predominantly found in various regions of England. Historical records show the name's presence in areas such as Kent, Surrey, Essex, and London.
Famous Individuals
- Alfred Gauntlett (1810–1876): A noted organist and composer in Victorian England, known for his contribution to church music.
- Amanda Gauntlett: A contemporary British artist known for her innovative use of digital media in her artwork.
Modern Day
In modern times, the Gauntlett surname continues to be found among families across England and the wider British Isles, as well as in various parts of the world due to migration and the diaspora.
There are approximately 1,078 people named Gauntlett in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,972nd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Gauntlett.
Surname type: Diminutive
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Joan
- Joanne
- Lorraine
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Pauline
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan