TITCHMARSH
Titchmarsh
Titchmarsh is an English surname of ancient origins, derived from a village in Northamptonshire, England. The name Titchmarsh is of Old English origin, combining the words "ticce" meaning kid or young goat, and "mersc" meaning marsh, to describe a marshy area frequented by young goats.
The surname Titchmarsh has been found in historical records dating back to the 13th century, indicating a long-standing presence in the region. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of England and beyond, carried by individuals and families as they migrated and settled in new areas.
Notable bearers of the surname Titchmarsh include Alan Titchmarsh, a well-known British television presenter, author, and gardening expert. His popularity has brought the surname Titchmarsh to a wider audience, as he has become a familiar personality in British homes.
Today, the surname Titchmarsh continues to be borne by individuals around the world, often with ancestral ties to the village in Northamptonshire or simply as a surname passed down through generations. The name reflects a connection to the English countryside and a history of rural life, evoking images of pastoral landscapes and traditional ways of living.
There are approximately 500 people named Titchmarsh in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Titchmarsh.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Maurice
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Simon
- Stephen
- Tony
Female
- Alexandra
- Alison
- Anna
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Katherine
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Susan
- Tina