STOTESBURY
Stotesbury
Stotesbury is a surname of English origin, believed to be derived from the Old English personal name 'Stot', meaning "a horse". The addition of 'bury' suggests a connection to a fortified place or borough.
The Stotesbury family name has been found mainly in the southern counties of England, particularly in counties such as Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Somerset. The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Stotesbery, Stotbery, and Stotborie.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Stotesbury include prominent members of British society, with contributions to various fields such as finance, politics, and the arts. One particularly notable figure is the financier Edward T. Stotesbury (1849-1938), an American born banker who made significant investments in British businesses during the early 20th century.
Today, the surname Stotesbury continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and beyond, reflecting a rich heritage and legacy associated with this distinguished family name.
There are approximately 103 people named Stotesbury in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Stotesbury.
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
- Bernard
- Christopher
- David
- Derrick
- Frederick
- Gregory
- Jason
- John
- Neil
- Peter
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Ann
- Astrid
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- June
- Katrina
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Tracey
Similar and related surnames
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