PARLETT

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Parlett

Parlett is a surname of British origin. The name is derived from the Old French personal name 'Perlet', which itself is a diminutive of the given name 'Pierre', meaning "stone" in English. Surnames like Parlett were commonly derived from personal names in medieval England.

The distribution of the Parlett surname in the United Kingdom is relatively uncommon, with most occurrences found in England. The name may have originated from various regions across England and could have spread over time through migration or family movements.

Famous individuals with the surname Parlett include musicians and composers, adding to the artistic and cultural significance of the name. The history and genealogy of the Parlett surname provide valuable insight into the diverse tapestry of British surnames and their historical significance within the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 481 people named Parlett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Parlett.

Surname type: Diminutive

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
Graham
James
John
Mark
Michael
Peter
Robert
Steven

Female

Catherine
Christine
Elizabeth
Helen
Joan
Julie
Kelly
Linda
Margaret
Mary
Michelle
Rosalind
Susan

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