LAMOTHE

Also recorded as La Mothe, La mothe, La-Mothe, La-mothe

Lamothe

Lamothe is a surname of French origin, derived from the Old French word la and motte, denoting a residence near a hillock. The name likely indicated the location of the original bearer's dwelling. Over time, individuals with the surname Lamothe have spread to different regions and countries, including Britain.

Distribution and Frequency

The surname Lamothe is relatively rare in Britain, with a small number of bearers scattered across the country.

Notable Bearers

  • John Lamothe: A prominent figure in the field of art restoration in the UK during the 20th century.
  • Claire Lamothe: An academic known for her research on medieval literature at a British university.
  • David Lamothe: A successful entrepreneur who founded a tech company in London.

Variants

Variants of the surname Lamothe include Lamotte and La Motte, which are more commonly found in French-speaking regions.

References

  • Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 71 people named Lamothe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Lamothe.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Chris
  • Gilroy
  • Jacques
  • Jean

Female

  • Marie
  • Nadine

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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