NATT
Natt
Natt is a British surname with a rich historical background. The origin of the surname can be traced back to medieval times, deriving from the Old English word "gnatt" meaning a night or evening.
The surname Natt is thought to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked during the evening hours or who had some association with the night. It could have been a job related to watching over properties, such as guarding a town or patrolling the streets after dark.
Throughout history, bearers of the surname Natt have been recorded across various regions of England, with concentrations notably in Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name has evolved over the centuries, with different spellings such as Natt, Gnatt, Knatt, and Nutt being documented in historical records.
Famous individuals with the surname Natt have made notable contributions in various fields, showcasing the diverse heritage associated with the name. The surname Natt continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive a piece of British ancestry and heritage.
There are approximately 343 people named Natt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Natt.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: India
Religion of origin: Sikh
Language of origin: Punjabi
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Amarjit
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Arthur
- Christopher
- Edward
- Garfield
- James
- Ranjit
- Stephen
- Stuart
- Sukhjit
- Tony
Female
- Baljit
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Kamaljit
- Linda
- Lynn
- Manjit
- Meryl
- Parmjit
- Pauline
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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