STOTHERT
Stothert
Stothert is a surname of English origin, particularly prevalent in the southwest of England. The name is believed to be locational, derived from the Old English words "stōw," meaning "a place," and "hyrde," meaning "herdsman." This suggests that the surname might have originally been used to denote someone who lived or worked at a place where herds were kept.
History and Distribution
The Stothert surname has a long history dating back to medieval times. Records indicate that the name was first found in Somerset, a county in the southwestern part of England. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have dispersed to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable Individuals
Although not a common surname, there have been notable individuals with the surname Stothert. One such notable figure is Sir Herbert Fitzroy Stothert, an eminent British engineer and inventor known for his contributions to the field of machinery and steam engines during the Industrial Revolution.
Modern-Day
In contemporary times, individuals bearing the surname Stothert can be found in different regions of the UK, with clusters of families residing in areas such as Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Wiltshire. The name has also been carried to other parts of the world through migration and may be found in countries with historical ties to Britain.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 152 people named Stothert in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Stothert.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Geoffrey
- John
- Jonathan
- Lee
- Mark
- Neil
- Nicholas
- Oliver
- Terence
Female
- Barbara
- Eileen
- Isabella
- Jane
- Kate
- Lynne
- Maureen
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Sara