PUDDEPHATT
Puddephatt
The surname Puddephatt is of English origin, with early records indicating its presence in the county of Sussex. The name is believed to have derived from a combination of the Olde English pre-7th Century personal name 'Pudd' or 'Pott' with 'fote' or 'fet', signifying a pouch or purse, and the Old French 'hate', a heap or mound. Therefore, the name may have been used to describe a moneylender or a 'keeper of the purse'.
The name Puddephatt has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, including Pedeford, Pedifort, Podifat and Pedfat, before settling on its current form.
Notable bearers of the Puddephatt surname have been recorded throughout British history. A notable figure is Dr. Philip Puddephatt, a respected academic and researcher in the field of chemistry, known for his contributions to the scientific community.
The surname Puddephatt continues to be found among modern British families, with descendants residing in various regions of the United Kingdom and beyond. Its rich history and unique etymology make it a distinctive and intriguing part of British genealogy and heritage.
There are approximately 453 people named Puddephatt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Puddephatt.
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
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- John
- Keith
- Kevin
- Lee
- Mark
- Neal
- Stephen
Female
- Betty
- Claire
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Karen
- Louise
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Susan
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