Gotch

Gotch is an English surname with possible origins in the Old Norse personal name "Gaukr" or the Old French name "Gautier". The name Gotch is primarily found in the southwestern region of England, especially in the county of Devon.

The Gotch surname may have been introduced to England during the medieval period, possibly as a result of the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over time, the surname has undergone various phonetic changes and spellings, including Gooch, Goch, and Gough.

Individuals bearing the surname Gotch have been involved in various professions and activities throughout history, including agriculture, trade, and military service. Notable bearers of the Gotch surname include the accomplished British wrestler and catch wrestler, George Hackenschmidt, who competed under the ring name "The Russian Lion".

Today, the surname Gotch remains relatively rare but continues to be present in regions such as Devon and other parts of England. The Gotch surname carries a sense of heritage and familial history, connecting individuals to their English ancestry and cultural roots.

There are approximately 268 people named Gotch in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Gotch.

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

  • Adam
  • Alex
  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • Christopher
  • George
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • Stuart

Female

  • Chloe
  • Emma
  • Frances
  • Katrina
  • Louise
  • Maria
  • Nicole
  • Patricia
  • Paula
  • Rachel
  • Sheila
  • Susan
  • Valerie

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