PETIT
Petit
Petit is a surname of French origin, meaning "small" or "little". The name is thought to have been introduced to Britain after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The first recorded instances of the Petit surname in England date back to the medieval period, particularly in the 13th century.
Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Petit have been found in various parts of Britain, particularly in regions with historical ties to France and Normandy. The name may have been anglicised from its French form, or retained in its original spelling.
The Petit surname has been associated with different professions and social classes in Britain, reflecting the diverse occupations and backgrounds of bearers of the name. It is common to find variations in spelling such as "Petitt" or "Petitjean" due to regional accents and historical influences.
Notable individuals with the surname Petit have made contributions to various fields such as art, literature, politics, and academia. The surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, reflecting the enduring legacy of its historical roots.
There are approximately 547 people named Petit in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Petit.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: France
Language of origin: French
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andre
- Christopher
- David
- Emmanuel
- Henry
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Julien
- Marc
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Pascal
- Thomas
Female
- Abigail
- Alison
- Anne
- Caroline
- Celine
- Gaelle
- Jane
- Jean
- Lindsey
- Marie
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Stephanie
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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