HARBOTTLE
Harbottle
Harbottle is a surname of English origin, derived from a place name in Northumberland, England. The name Harbottle comes from the Old Norse words "her" meaning army, and "bottle" meaning dwelling or house, indicating a settlement with military significance.
The Harbottle family is believed to have been of Norman descent, arriving in England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. They settled in the village of Harbottle, which is located in Northumberland near the Scottish border.
Over the centuries, the surname Harbottle has spread across the United Kingdom and beyond, with notable bearers of the name making contributions in various fields such as academia, politics, and the arts.
The Harbottle family crest features a shield with symbols representing strength and loyalty, reflecting the noble heritage of the surname.
Today, the surname Harbottle continues to be found among families in England and the wider English-speaking world, strengthening its ties to a rich history and culture.
There are approximately 1,023 people named Harbottle in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,242nd most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Harbottle.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Ana
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emily
- Gail
- Julie
- Lorna
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Susan
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