TOLLIVER
Tolliver
Tolliver is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Tollere," which means a tax collector or toll gatherer. The surname Tolliver is classified as an occupational surname, as it likely referred to someone who collected tolls or taxes for a living.
The first recorded instance of the surname Tolliver dates back to the early 13th century in England. Over the centuries, the name has been spelled in various ways, including Tolliver, Tollivar, and Tolver. The variants in spelling can be attributed to dialectal differences and clerical errors in record-keeping.
The surname Tolliver is primarily found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England. However, it has also spread to other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia through immigration and colonial influences.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Tolliver include musicians, actors, athletes, and academics who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. The surname Tolliver continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its heritage and legacy within British and global communities.
There are approximately 12 people named Tolliver in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Tolliver.