MOTA
Mota
The surname Mota has its origins in Britain and has an interesting history attached to it. The name Mota is derived from the Old English word "mot", which means a "mote" or "meeting place". It is believed that this surname was initially used to describe individuals who lived near or served at such meeting places in medieval England.
The first recorded instance of the surname Mota was in the early 12th century. Over time, families with this surname have been found in various parts of England, with some branches dispersing to different regions. The name has also undergone variations in spelling, such as Motte or Mott.
The Mota family has made contributions to various fields over the centuries, including but not limited to academia, the arts, and business. There have been individuals bearing this surname who have excelled in fields such as literature, science, and politics.
Today, individuals with the surname Mota can be found across the United Kingdom and in the wider global diaspora of British descendants. The name continues to be a reminder of the rich history and diverse heritage of Britain.
There are approximately 412 people named Mota in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Mota.
Origin: Iberian
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Spain
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Spanish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Antonio
- Carlos
- David
- Fernando
- Ginetom
- Ivo
- Jose
- Luis
- Miguel
- Mohammed
- Paulo
- Williams
- Yusuf
Female
- Amanda
- Amina
- Ana
- Carla
- Catia
- Diana
- Fatima
- Gabriel
- Hamida
- Joana
- Juliana
- Maria
- Monica
- Susana
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