Musto

Musto is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval times. The surname is of locational origin, deriving from the Old English word "mūs" meaning "mouse" and "tūn" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement". Musto is thought to have originated as a place name for a settlement that was infested with mice.

The distribution of the Musto surname in the United Kingdom is most concentrated in the northern regions, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over time, the surname has spread to other parts of the country and the world due to migration and emigration patterns.

Individuals bearing the surname Musto have made significant contributions in various fields, including business, academia, and the arts. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive a connection to the historical roots of the family name.

In contemporary times, Musto is a relatively rare surname but holds a rich historical significance for those who bear it. Its origins in the medieval period provide a link to the past and a sense of heritage for individuals and families associated with the name.

There are approximately 579 people named Musto in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Musto.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Julian
  • Leslie
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Steven

Female

  • Denise
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Hannah
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Laura
  • Lesley
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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