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Getty
Getty is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Gæt". The name has variations in spelling including Getie and Gatty.
History
The Getty surname has been traced back to medieval England, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name likely belonged to early settlers in these areas, indicating a connection to these regions. Over time, the surname Getty spread to other parts of Britain and beyond as families migrated and settled in new locations.
Notable Individuals
One of the most famous bearers of the Getty surname is J. Paul Getty, an American industrialist and founder of the Getty Oil Company. His family's wealth and influence have made the Getty name well-known worldwide.
Legacy
The Getty surname has left a lasting impact on various fields, including business, art, and philanthropy. Families with the Getty surname continue to thrive and contribute to society in diverse ways.
Overall, the Getty surname represents a rich historical lineage, with a legacy that extends beyond its English origins.
Typical given names associated with the Getty surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Ann
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Jean
- Joan
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 468 people named Getty in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Getty.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Famous people named Getty
- John Paul Getty - Eldest of the four children of John Paul Getty, Jr. (1956 to 2011)
- John Paul Getty Jr. - Wealthy American-born British philanthropist and book collector (1932 to 2003)
- J. Paul Getty - American industrialist (1892 to 1976)
- Keith Getty - Musician
- Balthazar Getty - American actor and musician
- Mark Getty - Businessman
- Robert J. Getty - American classical philologist (1908 to 1963)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.