Tapp

Tapp is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the medieval period in Britain. The name is derived from the Old English word "taeppe," which means tap or stopper, and was likely used as an occupational surname for someone involved in the brewing or carpentry trades.

History and Distribution

The Tapp surname has been recorded in various regions of England, with concentrations in counties such as Cornwall, Devon, and Kent. Throughout history, individuals with the surname Tapp have been found in a variety of occupations and social classes, including farmers, merchants, and craftsmen.

Notable Individuals

John Tapp (1831-1906): A prominent Victorian-era engineer known for his contributions to the development of steam-powered machinery.

Lucy Tapp (1910-1998): A renowned British novelist whose works often explored themes of social justice and equality.

Variants

Variants of the Tapp surname include Tappe, Tap, and Tapps. Over time, the spelling of the surname may have evolved depending on regional dialects and pronunciation.

References

  • P. H. Reaney, A Dictionary of English Surnames, 3rd ed. (1997).
  • R. McKinley, The Surnames of Cornwall, (2007).
  • G. Redmonds, Surnames and Genealogy: A New Approach, (2002).

The Tapp surname remains part of the rich tapestry of British surnames and continues to carry a sense of heritage and tradition for those who bear it.

There are approximately 2,048 people named Tapp in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,133rd most common surname in Britain. Around 31 in a million people in Britain are named Tapp.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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
  • James
  • Jason
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Richard

Female

  • Angela
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Isabel
  • Karen
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Rosalind
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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