TATTERSHALL
Tattershall
Tattershall is a British surname with origins dating back to the medieval era. The name is of locational origin, derived from the village of Tattershall in Lincolnshire, England. The village itself takes its name from the Old English words "tathra," meaning "clearing," and "shealh," meaning "hut" or "shed."
The surname Tattershall is believed to have first emerged as a way to identify people who hailed from or resided in Tattershall or its surrounding areas. Over time, families with the surname Tattershall spread to different parts of the UK and beyond, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Tattershall include pioneers, artists, academics, and more, each contributing to the legacy of the name in their respective fields.
Today, the surname Tattershall continues to be passed down through generations, connecting individuals to their ancestral roots in Lincolnshire. Its historical significance and regional ties make it a valuable part of Britain's rich tapestry of surnames and genealogy.
There are approximately 304 people named Tattershall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Tattershall.
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
- Charles
- Christy
- David
- James
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- Steven
- Victor
Female
- Anita
- Bessie
- Catherine
- Emma
- Janet
- Joanne
- Karen
- Lisa
- Louise
- Nicola
- Rachael
- Sara
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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