MUSCUTT
Muscutt
Muscutt is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Mors". The earliest recorded documentation of the Muscutt surname dates back to the 12th century in the county of Suffolk, England. Over the centuries, the name has seen variations in spelling such as Mosscote, Musket, and Muscott, before settling on its current form of Muscutt.
The Muscutt family has been associated with various regions in England, particularly in the East Anglia area. Members of the Muscutt clan have been involved in diverse occupations, including agriculture, trade, and military service. The surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and settlement.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Muscutt have made contributions to various fields, including academia, business, and the arts. The Muscutt name, with its deep-rooted history in England, continues to be carried by families around the world, reflecting a legacy of heritage and lineage.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (2005). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland.
There are approximately 136 people named Muscutt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Muscutt.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bill
- Christopher
- Daniel
- Garry
- Glyn
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Constance
- Fiona
- Helen
- Janet
- Joanne
- Julie
- Kerry
- Marie
- Nellie
- Pamela