PITTAM
Pittam
The surname Pittam is of British origin and is derived from the Old English pre 7th Century word 'Pytt' which means a cooking pot or a kettle. This surname is mainly found in the South of England, particularly in counties such as Hampshire and Surrey.
The first recorded instance of the surname Pittam was in the year 1377 when a Thomas Pyttam was documented in the Poll Tax records of Yorkshire. Over the centuries, the surname has evolved in spelling from Pyttam to Pittam.
Individuals bearing the surname Pittam have been involved in a variety of professions and occupations. The name has also been prominent in the military, with several notable Pittams serving in the armed forces.
Today, the surname Pittam continues to be represented in various regions of England and has spread to other parts of the world through migration. The family history and genealogy of the Pittam surname provide insights into the social and cultural history of Britain.
There are approximately 739 people named Pittam in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,312th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Pittam.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Daniel
- David
- Greg
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Christine
- Jean
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Ruth
- Sally
- Sarah
- Sg
- Susan