PETTS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Petts

Petts is a surname of British origin, derived from the medieval given name "Pet" which was a short form of the name Peter. In the early Middle Ages, surnames were often formed by adding "-s", meaning "son of", to the end of a name. Therefore, Petts likely originated as a patronymic surname, meaning "son of Pet".

The Petts surname is relatively rare, with most occurrences found in the United Kingdom. The name has historical roots in England and can be traced back to the medieval period.

Individuals bearing the surname Petts have made contributions in various fields, including arts, sciences, business, and politics. This surname has been passed down through generations, often reflecting a strong sense of family and heritage.

Today, the Petts surname continues to be borne by families across the UK, and it remains an integral part of British cultural and historical legacy.

There are approximately 1,514 people named Petts in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,306th most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Petts.

Surname type: From name of parent

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
Gary
Ian
James
John
Martin
Michael
Nicholas
Robert
Stephen

Female

Alison
Catherine
Christine
Claire
Jacqueline
Janet
Karen
Margaret
Maureen
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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