GAUTIER

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Gautier

Origin and Meaning
Gautier is a surname of French origin that was introduced to Britain following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The surname is derived from the Old French given name Gautier, which in turn originated from the Germanic name Waldhar, meaning "ruler of the army."

Distribution and History
The surname Gautier is relatively uncommon in Britain compared to its prevalence in France. Those bearing the surname have been documented across various regions in Britain, with notable concentrations in areas that historically had strong ties to France, such as London and the southeast.

Over the centuries, individuals with the surname Gautier have contributed to various fields, from politics to the arts, leaving a mark on British history and culture.

Notable Individuals

Théophile Gautier (1811–1872): A renowned French poet, novelist, and critic who had a significant influence on French literature.
Sir Bruce Gautier: Fictional character created by British writer Agatha Christie in the novel "Lord Edgware Dies."

Variants
Variants of the surname Gautier include Walter, Walterus, Walteri, and Waters.

There are approximately 301 people named Gautier in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Gautier.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: France

Language of origin: French

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Antoine
David
Eric
Joseph
Nicholas
Nicolas
Paul
Philippe
Richard
Robert
Robin
William

Female

Caroline
Deborah
Dorothy
Elizabeth
Helene
Jacqueline
Jacques
Marie
Mary
Michelle
Nicola
Phyllis
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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