Knutton

Knutton is an English surname of Old English origin, primarily found in the Staffordshire county of England. The name is derived from the Old English word "cnut", which means a "small hill" or "knoll".

The village of Knutton in Staffordshire may be the namesake for individuals who carry the surname. The earliest known recording of the surname dates back to the 16th century in the parish records of Staffordshire.

Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Knutton have been noted in various historical records for their contributions to local communities and industries. The surname has likely spread beyond its original Staffordshire roots through migrations and resettlements.

Today, individuals with the surname Knutton can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and may have dispersed to other countries through emigration. The name continues to be a reminder of the ancestral heritage of those who bear it.

References:

  • Reaney, P. H., Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 191 people named Knutton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Knutton.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Dominic
  • John
  • Kenneth
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amy
  • Claire
  • Dawn
  • Ellen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jean
  • Katie
  • Margaret
  • Natalie
  • Rachel
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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