Shute

Shute is an English surname of ancient origins, predominantly found in the southern counties of England. The name is of locational origin and is derived from the village of Shute in Devonshire, England. The village itself is first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as 'Scote', which is believed to derive from the Old English word 'sceot', meaning "corner" or "angle".

The surname Shute is recorded in various spellings over the centuries, including Schote, Schott, Shote, Shott, and Shute. The Shute family can trace its lineage back to the feudal system of the Middle Ages, where prominent members held land and titles in Devonshire and neighbouring counties.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Shute include the author Nevil Shute (1899–1960), known for his literary works such as "On the Beach" and "A Town Like Alice". The Shute name has also been associated with military figures, clergy, and academics throughout British history.

The Shute surname continues to be borne by families across England and the wider English-speaking world, maintaining a connection to its historic roots in Devonshire. Variants of the name may be found in different regions, reflecting the diverse migrations and adaptations of the family over the centuries.

There are approximately 1,456 people named Shute in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,468th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Shute.

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

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Simon
  • William

Female

  • Barbara
  • Christine
  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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