STROUT
Strout
The surname Strout is of English origin, deriving from the pre-7th century Old English word "streaw" which means straw, and "ott" which means cot or shelter, denoting someone who lived in a straw-thatched cottage. The name is classified as a topographical or habitational surname, referring to a geographic or man-made feature near which the original bearer lived.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Strout have been recorded in various regions of the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in southern England and East Anglia. Over the centuries, migration and dispersal have led to the presence of the surname in different parts of the country and even abroad.
The etymology and distribution of the surname Strout exemplify the rich tapestry of British surnames and their evolution over time. The surname continues to be borne by individuals around the world, contributing to the diverse mosaic of family names in the British Isles and beyond.
There are approximately 91 people named Strout in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Strout.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alistair
- Bernard
- Peter
- Philip
- Ronald
Female
- Brenda
- Deborah
Similar and related surnames
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