MOUATT
Mouatt
Mouatt is a British surname of Scottish origin. The name is believed to have originated from the lands of Moat in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. It is a toponymic surname, deriving from the Old English word "maet", meaning a moated building or a moat around a house.
The earliest recorded instances of the Mouatt surname date back to the 17th century in Scotland. Over time, branches of the Mouatt family spread to various parts of the British Isles, particularly England and Ireland.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Mouatt have been associated with a variety of professions and endeavours, including but not limited to farming, academia, business, and the military.
Notable individuals with the surname Mouatt have made significant contributions to their respective fields, thereby adding to the legacy of the name. Today, individuals with the surname Mouatt can be found in various parts of the world, tracing their ancestry back to the original Scottish roots of the name.
The Mouatt surname carries with it a rich history and heritage that continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 116 people named Mouatt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Mouatt.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Brian
- Christopher
- Craig
- Darren
- David
- Gary
- John
- Mark
- Robin
- Steven
Female
- Anna
- Avril
- Claire
- Joanna
- Joanne
- Katie
- Louise
- Louvain
- Marjorie
- Sarah