LAITY
Laity
Laity is a British surname of Cornish origin, derived from the Cornish word "leth" or "layth," meaning "half" or "share." It is believed to have been an occupational surname for someone who held a half-share or portion of land or property.
The name Laity has ancient roots in Cornwall, a region in southwest England known for its distinctive culture and history. The Laity family has been historically associated with farming and agricultural activities in Cornwall, where they would have worked the land and tended to livestock.
Over the centuries, the Laity surname has spread beyond Cornwall to other parts of England and the world, carried by individuals seeking opportunities or forced to move due to economic or social factors. Today, individuals with the surname Laity can be found in various countries, particularly in English-speaking regions.
Notable individuals with the surname Laity have made contributions in various fields, including agriculture, academia, politics, and the arts. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the legacy of the Laity family and its Cornish roots.
There are approximately 899 people named Laity in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,030th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Laity.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
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
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Roger
- Simon
- William
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Dorothy
- Helen
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Jessica
- Joanne
- Lesley
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan
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