PERROTT
Perrott
The surname Perrott is of medieval English origin, derived from the personal name Peter. The name Peter itself comes from the Greek word "petros," meaning rock. The surname Perrott is recorded in various spellings, including Perrot, Perrett, and Parrott. It is predominantly found in the South West of England, particularly in the counties of Somerset and Devon.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the Perrott surname is that of Ricardus Perot, who was mentioned in the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex in 1296. Over the centuries, the name has seen various changes in spelling as it evolved and migrated to different regions.
The Perrott family has been associated with various notable figures throughout history, including Sir John Perrott (1528–1592), an Anglo-Irish statesman who served as Lord Deputy of Ireland. Another notable individual was Robert Perrot (1799–1863), a pioneer in the field of marine biology and zoology.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Perrott can be found not only in the United Kingdom but also in other English-speaking countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States, due to historical emigration patterns.
In conclusion, the surname Perrott has a rich history and has been associated with individuals of significance in various fields. Its origins in medieval England and subsequent spread to different parts of the world reflect the diverse and interconnected nature of British heritage.
Typical given names associated with the Perrott surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Richard
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Amy
- Barbara
- Catherine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Parrott
- Parrot
- Porrett
- Parritt
- Parrett
- Perot
- Perret
- Perrett
- Perrot
- Parratt
- Parrotte
- Parrotta
- Parot
- Parret
- Parriott
- Parott
- Parrote
- Parrotts
- Perrotta
- Perrotte
- Perrotti
- Parroth
- Perott
- Perotta
- Perotte
- Perotti
- Perotto
- Perriot
- Perriott
- Perrote
- Perroth
- Perrotten
- Perrottet
- Perrotton
- Peyrot
- Pieroth
- Pierotte
- Pierotti
- Pierrot
- Pirotta
- Pirotte
- Pirrotta
- Porrott
- Purrott
- Periot
- Periotto
- Perratt
- Perrault
- Perreault
- Perrit
- Perritt
- Perrotin
- Piroth
- Peart
- Perdue
- Porritt
- Port
- Pride
- Purt
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 1,483 people named Perrott in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,402nd most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Perrott.
Surname type: Diminutive
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
