Tott

Tott is a British surname with origins dating back to the medieval era. The surname is of English and possibly Scandinavian descent. The precise meaning and origin of the name remain uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from a nickname or personal characteristic.

The name Tott is relatively rare in the United Kingdom and is not commonly found in historical records. Variants of the surname may include Tote, Totte, and Tottie.

Individuals bearing the surname Tott may be descendants of early settlers in England or may have ancestral roots in other parts of the British Isles. The distribution of the surname Tott within the UK is scattered, with concentrations in different regions.

Over the centuries, the Tott surname may have branched into various family lines, each with its own history and heritage. Genealogical research and DNA testing have provided insights into the migration patterns and family connections of individuals with the surname Tott.

Today, individuals with the surname Tott can be found across the UK and in other parts of the world, reflecting the global dispersion of British surnames through factors such as immigration, trade, and colonialism. The name Tott continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, contributing to the diversity and complexity of the nation's genealogical landscape.

There are approximately 233 people named Tott in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Tott.

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

  • Alan
  • Carl
  • Darbara
  • David
  • Gavin
  • Gregory
  • James
  • John
  • Malcolm
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Steven
  • William

Female

  • Carol
  • Caroline
  • Kelly
  • Laraine
  • Lindsay
  • Linsey
  • Lisa
  • Louise
  • Lynne
  • Margaret
  • Sharon
  • Stacey
  • Sylvia

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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