MABBETT
Mabbett
The surname Mabbett is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Math", and the word "beard". This suggests that the name Mabbett was originally used to describe someone with a long beard, a common practice during medieval times.
The Mabbett surname is recorded in various forms throughout history, including Mabbet, Mabbitt, Mabbott, and Mabbot. The name is notably found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Staffordshire and Shropshire.
The first recorded instance of the Mabbett surname was in the early 13th century, during the reign of King Henry III. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom as well as to countries with British diaspora.
Individuals with the surname Mabbett have been involved in diverse professions and endeavours, contributing to fields such as arts, science, business, and sports. Some notable bearers of the Mabbett name include William Mabbett, a renowned artist in the 18th century, and Emily Mabbett, a pioneering female scientist in the early 20th century.
Today, the Mabbett surname continues to be borne by many families across the United Kingdom and beyond, reflecting the rich history and heritage associated with this distinguished name.
There are approximately 510 people named Mabbett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Mabbett.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Benjamin
- Brian
- Charles
- David
- James
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Robert
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Jean
- Joan
- Kerry
- Margaret
- Melanie
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan