Holt

Origin and Meaning: Holt is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "holt," meaning a small wood or grove. The name likely originally referred to someone who lived near or in a wooded area.

History: The surname Holt has been recorded in England since medieval times, with the first instances found in the 12th century. It is a toponymic surname, indicating a person's residence near a specific place known as Holt. Over time, the surname has spread throughout the British Isles and beyond as individuals with the name migrated to other countries.

Variations: Variations of the Holt surname include Holte, Hault, Halt, Hawlt, Holtt, and Hault.

Notable People:

  • Sir Harold Holt (1908–1967): Former Prime Minister of Australia who served from 1966 until his disappearance in 1967.
  • Tim Holt (1919–1973): American actor known for his roles in numerous Western films.
  • Olivia Holt (b. 1997): American actress and singer, famous for her roles in Disney Channel productions.

References:

  • Hanks, Patrick, et al. "The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland." Oxford University Press, 2016.
  • Reaney, P. H., and R. M. Wilson. "A Dictionary of English Surnames." Oxford University Press, 1995.

There are approximately 27,556 people named Holt in the UK. That makes it the 290th most common surname in Britain. Around 423 in a million people in Britain are named Holt.

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
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Victoria

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