Rottier

The surname Rottier is of Anglo-Saxon origin, with its roots in England. It is derived from the Old English word "rot," meaning "clearing," and the suffix "-ier," indicating someone who works in a particular occupation or is associated with a specific place.

The Rottier surname is relatively uncommon and is mainly found in regions of England with Anglo-Saxon heritage. Over time, families bearing this surname have spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and even beyond its borders.

Individuals with the surname Rottier may have a diverse range of family histories and ancestral connections. Some may have Anglicised their name from a different spelling over the centuries, while others may have maintained the original form.

As with many surnames, variations in spelling may exist, including Roter, Rotier, Rotyer, and others. Genealogical research and historical documentation play crucial roles in tracing the development and distribution of the Rottier surname among different lineages and regions.

There are approximately 34 people named Rottier in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Rottier.

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

  • Brian
  • Marinus
  • Peter
  • Petrus
  • Philip

Female

  • Kay
  • Maud

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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