Tooth

Tooth is a surname of English origin, derived from the Middle English word "toth," meaning "tooth." The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone with prominent or distinctive teeth.

The first recorded instance of the surname Tooth dates back to the late 12th century in England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread across the country and has been adopted by various families.

Individuals with the surname Tooth have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, and business. The name has also been linked to notable figures in British history.

Today, the surname Tooth is relatively uncommon but continues to be found among diverse communities in the United Kingdom and beyond. It serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of British surnames and their historical significance.

Typical given names associated with the Tooth surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Jason
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Claire
  • Clare
  • Emma
  • Ja
  • Jean
  • Jenny
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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There are approximately 1,396 people named Tooth in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,684th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Tooth.

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Famous people named Tooth

  • William Tooth - Australian politician (1823 to 1876)

Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.

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