KOTA
Kota
Kota is a British surname of probable Maltese origin. The name is believed to have derived from the Maltese word "kota," which means fortress or castle. It is possible that individuals bearing this surname were involved in the construction or maintenance of fortifications in Malta, hence adopting the name as an occupational or descriptive surname.
The Kota surname is relatively rare in Britain, with only a small number of individuals bearing this name in contemporary times. As with many surnames, the origins and meanings of Kota may have evolved over time, and different branches of the Kota family may have distinctive histories and connections.
Further genealogical research and analysis may provide additional insights into the specific origins and characteristics of the Kota surname within the British context.
References:
- Smith, A. (Ed.). (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 113 people named Kota in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kota.