RAITT

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Raitt

Raitt is a surname of Scottish origin, deriving from the Old Norse personal name Ráðúlfr, meaning "counsel-wolf". It is believed to have been brought to Scotland by Viking settlers during the early medieval period.

The surname Raitt is relatively rare and is most commonly found in Scotland, particularly in the Aberdeenshire region. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name is that of William Raytt, who was documented in the Subsidy Rolls of the County of Somerset in 1327.

Over the centuries, the Raitt surname has spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, as a result of Scottish migration.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Raitt include the renowned American blues musician Bonnie Raitt, and American football coach Dick Raitt.

The Raitt surname is a testament to the rich tapestry of Scottish history and the enduring legacy of Viking influence on the British Isles.

There are approximately 434 people named Raitt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Raitt.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Brian
David
Duncan
Gavin
Gordon
Ian
James
John
Neil
Simon
William

Female

Alison
Anne
Catherine
Dorothy
Fiona
Irene
Jacqueline
Karen
Lisa
Lucy
Margaret
Mary
Maureen
Nicola
Violet

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