TATTERSFIELD
Tattersfield
Tattersfield is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "tætor," meaning rag or tatter, and "feld," meaning field. This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who lived near a field littered with rags or tattered clothing.
The first recorded instance of the surname Tattersfield dates back to the early 17th century in Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various regions across the United Kingdom and can now be found in different parts of the country.
Individuals bearing the surname Tattersfield have been involved in a variety of occupations and activities throughout history. Some may have been farmers or landowners, while others could have worked in textiles or clothing industries, given the possible connotation of the name with rags and tatters.
Today, the surname Tattersfield continues to be present in the UK and beyond, carried by descendants of the original bearers of the name. It serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of British surnames and their historical significance.
There are approximately 369 people named Tattersfield in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Tattersfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ajr
- Andrew
- Andy
- Brian
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Peter
- Roy
- Steve
Female
- Alison
- Ann
- Emma
- Jr
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Pauline
- Sarah
- Sonia
- Susan
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