LOVITT
Lovitt
Lovitt is a British surname of Old French origin, derived from the medieval personal name "Louis" or "Lewis", which in turn comes from the Frankish name "Hludwig", meaning "famous warrior". The surname first appeared in England in the 13th century and has since spread throughout the British Isles.
Etymology
The surname Lovitt is of patronymic origin, denoting "son of Lovett". It is believed to have been introduced to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Distribution
The Lovitt surname is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, with the majority of individuals bearing this name residing in England, particularly in the southern regions.
Notable Individuals
John Lovitt (1802–1875)
- English poet and playwright known for his works on nature and rural life.
Elizabeth Lovitt (b. 1985)
- British actress best known for her roles in various stage productions in London's West End.
Variants
Variants of the Lovitt surname include Lovett, Lovett-Brigham, Lovatt, and Luvitt.
References
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
The Lovitt surname reflects a long-standing heritage within the British Isles and continues to be carried by diverse individuals contributing to various sectors of society.
There are approximately 221 people named Lovitt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Lovitt.
Origin: English
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
- Geoffrey
- Jason
- John
- Jonathan
- Keith
- Leslie
- Matthew
- Michael
- Neil
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Gillian
- Helen
- Joan
- Josephine
- Julie
- Mary
- Pavlina
- Sarah
- Susan
- Suzanne
- Unhan
- Valerie