PRUTTON
Prutton
Prutton is a British surname of Old English origin, derived from the pre-7th century word "prūd", meaning proud or haughty. It is a habitational name for those who lived in one of the various places called Prutton, such as Pratton in Wiltshire. The name could also have been occupational, referring to someone involved in the craft of decorating clothes with a nap.
The Prutton surname is found predominantly in the southern regions of England, with concentrations in Wiltshire, Hampshire, and Sussex. Those bearing the Prutton name have been documented in official records such as parish registers, census data, and probate records.
Notable individuals with the surname Prutton include Matthew Prutton, a 19th-century landowner and philanthropist known for his contributions to local schools and charities. The Prutton name has also been associated with various achievements in fields such as academia, arts, and business.
Today, the Prutton surname continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where individuals of British descent have settled. The name represents a connection to the rich heritage of England and the enduring legacy of its people.
There are approximately 180 people named Prutton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Prutton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Chris
- Daniel
- David
- Grant
- Jason
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Nick
- Richard
- Roger
- Spencer
- Timothy
Female
- Betty
- Charlotte
- Jane
- Julie
- Kate
- Marie
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Stephanie