MOFFETT
Moffett
Moffett is a Scottish and Northern Irish surname of ancient origins. It is believed to be of Gaelic descent, originating from the Old Gaelic name "Mac Maghfhuighuidh" which translates to "son of a Hugh". The name can also be spelled as Moffat or Moffitt.
The Moffett surname is most commonly found in the Scottish Borders region and Northern Ireland, particularly in counties Antrim and Down. The name is associated with families who were historically involved in agriculture, landownership, and trade.
Notable individuals with the surname Moffett include:
- Ken Moffett (1928-2016): a Scottish artist known for his abstract paintings.
- Elsie Moffett (1902-1984): a Northern Irish writer and poet.
- David Moffett: a British sports administrator who played a key role in the development of rugby in Wales.
The Moffett surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the heritage and history of the families it represents.
There are approximately 718 people named Moffett in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,523rd most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Moffett.
Surname type: Diminutive
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
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- Samuel
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Alison
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Hazel
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Winifred