Shotter

Shotter is a surname of English origin, most commonly found in the United Kingdom. The name is believed to have originated from the Middle English word "shotter", which referred to someone who dealt with "choat" or "chaff", the husks separated from grain during milling.

The surname Shotter is a patronymic form, meaning it was derived from the name of an ancestor. Variations of the surname include Shotters, Shotta, Shote, and Shott, among others. The earliest recorded instance of the surname Shotter dates back to the 13th century in Sussex, England.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Shotter have been involved in various occupations, including agriculture, milling, and trading. The name is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Sussex and Surrey.

Today, the surname Shotter is relatively rare but continues to be borne by families who can trace their roots back to the historical origins of the name. In modern times, individuals with the surname may be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and even in other English-speaking countries around the world.

References:

  • Reaney, P.H. and R.M. Wilson. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press, 2005.

There are approximately 614 people named Shotter in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Shotter.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Brian
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Donald
  • John
  • Lee
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Terry

Female

  • Claire
  • Deborah
  • Emily
  • Joan
  • Kate
  • Linda
  • Louise
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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