SHUFFLEBOTHAM
Shufflebotham
Shufflebotham is a distinctive British surname with roots dating back to medieval times. The origin of the surname is believed to be locational, deriving from the Old English elements 'sceofl' meaning 'shovel' and 'botham' meaning 'bottom'. This suggests that the surname may have indicated a person who resided or worked near a shovel-shaped hill or valley.
The Shufflebotham surname is primarily found in the counties of Staffordshire and Lancashire in England. The name has variations such as Shovelbottom and Shovelbottle, indicating the diverse evolution of surnames over time.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Shufflebotham have made contributions to various fields, including the arts, academia, and business. The surname Shufflebotham continues to be upheld by families across the United Kingdom and beyond, showcasing the enduring legacy of this distinctive British surname.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A dictionary of English surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 994 people named Shufflebotham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,412th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Shufflebotham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Edwin
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Roy
Female
- Amanda
- Caroline
- Dawn
- Emma
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Susan
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