TILLETT
Tillett
Tillett is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to medieval times. The name is thought to be locational, derived from places such as Tillet in Roscommon, Ireland, or Tillet in Normandy, France.
The Tillett surname is most commonly found in the eastern parts of England, particularly in Norfolk. It is believed that the name spread from this region to other parts of the country, as families migrated to new areas over the centuries.
Individuals with the surname Tillett have made notable contributions in various fields, including politics, the arts, and academia. Some prominent bearers of the Tillett name include Edward Tillett, a 19th-century British politician, and Rachel Tillett, a well-known contemporary artist.
The Tillett surname has diversified over time, with variations such as Tillet, Tillot, and Tilletson emerging in different branches of the family. Genealogical research into the Tillett name continues to uncover its rich history and connections to different regions and communities across the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 1,350 people named Tillett in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,835th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Tillett.
Surname type: Diminutive
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
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Steven
Female
- Cheryl
- Diane
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Julie
- Karen
- Katie
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Sarah
- Susan