SHOTBOLT
Shotbolt
Shotbolt is an English surname of medieval origins. The name is believed to be of occupational origin, derived from the Old English words "sceot," meaning 'dart' or 'shoot', and "bolt," meaning 'bolt' or 'arrow'. As such, it is likely that the original bearers of the surname were involved in some form of archery or ranged weaponry.
Historical records indicate that the surname Shotbolt has been primarily associated with the counties of Essex and Suffolk in East Anglia, England. Throughout the centuries, bearers of the surname have been documented in various parish records, census reports, and other archival sources.
The distribution of the surname Shotbolt has remained relatively localized in England, with few occurrences beyond the regions of its origin. This suggests that it may have originated as a regional or village-based surname.
Today, individuals with the surname Shotbolt can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, particularly in countries with historical links to British migration. The surname continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's diverse linguistic and occupational heritage.
There are approximately 187 people named Shotbolt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Shotbolt.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Geoffrey
- James
- Jeremy
- John
- Jp
- Lee
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Pierre
- Thomas
- Wayne
Female
- Alison
- Barbara
- Hayley
- Helen
- Jane
- Joanne
- Laura
- Margaret
- Susan
- Victoria
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