LAMONT
Also recorded as La Mont
Lamont
Lamont is a Scottish surname that derives from the Old Norse name Logmaor. The name is of territorial origin, with a branch of the Lamont clan settling in Argyllshire in the 13th century.
The Lamont clan has a rich history in Scotland, with notable members such as Sir James Lamont of Inveryne, a 19th-century naval officer, and Norman Lamont, a British politician who served as Chancellor of the Exchequer. The name Lamont is found not only in Scotland but also in England, Ireland, and other parts of the English-speaking world due to migration and dispersal.
The Lamont surname is often associated with qualities such as strength, loyalty, and resilience. It is a name that continues to hold significance for many families, both in its traditional Scottish homeland and beyond.
In contemporary times, individuals with the surname Lamont can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.
References:
- Reaney, P.H. & Wilson, R.M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
- Way, G. & Squire, R. (2013). Clans & Tartans. London: Bounty Books.
There are approximately 5,692 people named Lamont in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,663rd most common surname in Britain. Around 87 in a million people in Britain are named Lamont.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Peter
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Anne
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jean
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
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