Nutt

Nutt is a British surname of Old English origin, derived from the word 'hnutu', meaning 'nut'. The surname most likely originated as an occupational name for someone who harvested or sold nuts. Variants of the name include Nuttall and Nutter.

The Nutt surname is found throughout the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as Lancashire, Yorkshire, and the West Midlands. The name has ancient roots in British history, with records dating back to the 13th century.

Notable individuals with the surname Nutt include Frederick Nutt, an English cricketer, and Dr. T. W. Nutt, a renowned British archaeologist.

Today, the Nutt surname continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and genealogy.

There are approximately 3,434 people named Nutt in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,664th most common surname in Britain. Around 53 in a million people in Britain are named Nutt.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Diane
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Joanne
  • Kathleen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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