Kohut

Kohut is a surname of Ukrainian origin, which can also be found in British ancestry records. It is thought to be derived from the Ukrainian word "kohut" which means "rooster" in English. The rooster is a symbol of bravery and strength in Ukrainian culture.

The Kohut surname is relatively rare in Britain, with most individuals bearing this name having Ukrainian or Eastern European heritage. The name may have been brought to the UK through immigration, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when many Eastern Europeans came to Britain in search of work and a better life.

Individuals with the surname Kohut have likely made various contributions to British society in different fields such as arts, sciences, business, and academia. As with many surnames, the history and significance of the Kohut name are deeply tied to the migration patterns and cultural exchanges that have shaped Britain's diverse population.

While not a widely recognised British surname, Kohut adds to the rich tapestry of multicultural influences that have helped shape the British Isles over the centuries.

There are approximately 135 people named Kohut in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kohut.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • Darren
  • Dusan
  • Jozef
  • Ken
  • Kenneth
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Roman
  • Thomas
  • Trevor
  • Vladimir

Female

  • Anna
  • Jan
  • Janice
  • Julie
  • Kelly
  • Linda
  • Natalie
  • Nicola
  • Rowena
  • Sarah

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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