TIPTAFT
Tiptaft
Tiptaft is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, believed to have originated from the Old English personal name "Tipa" combined with "taft," meaning 'bright' or 'clever.' The surname is primarily found in the Midlands region of England, particularly in Worcestershire and Warwickshire.
The earliest recording of the surname Tiptaft dates back to the 16th century in the parish registers of Upton Snodsbury, Worcestershire. Over the centuries, the Tiptaft family has been associated with various agricultural and rural occupations, reflecting the historical livelihoods prevalent in the English countryside.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Tiptaft have contributed to local communities, often serving as respected members of society or engaging in roles related to agriculture and trade. The Tiptaft name, although less common in contemporary times, continues to hold historical significance and serves as a link to the ancestral roots of families originating from the Midlands region of England.
There are approximately 30 people named Tiptaft in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Tiptaft.