RATTENBURY
Rattenbury
Rattenbury is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the county of Somerset in the South West of England. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Rabet" or "Radbode", combined with the suffix "bury" meaning fort or stronghold.
The Rattenbury family has a notable history, with records dating back to medieval times. They were known to have been landowners and farmers in rural areas, particularly in Somerset and neighbouring counties. Over the centuries, the family spread across various parts of England, with branches establishing themselves in different regions.
One of the most infamous individuals associated with the Rattenbury surname is Francis Rattenbury (1867-1935), a British architect known for his work on public buildings, including the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia in Canada. Unfortunately, his prolific career was marred by scandal when he was involved in a high-profile murder case known as the "Brides in the Bath Murders" in 1935.
Today, individuals with the surname Rattenbury can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where members of the family have emigrated. The name continues to evoke a sense of heritage and history for those who bear it, connecting them to generations of Rattenburys who have come before.
There are approximately 566 people named Rattenbury in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Rattenbury.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Kester
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Phil
- Philip
- Simon
Female
- Adele
- Amy
- Donna
- Jean
- Kate
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Rachel
- Susan
- Sylvia
- Teresa
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