TOTTON
Totton
Totton is a surname of English origin, found predominantly in the southern county of Hampshire. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word tot, which means a fox.
Origins:
The surname Totton has its roots in the ancient tribal culture of the Anglo-Saxons, who settled in England in the 5th century. Totton could have possibly been a nickname for someone who possessed fox-like characteristics, such as cunning or agility.
Distribution:
The surname Totton is relatively uncommon, with most bearers found in the Hampshire region of England. Over time, some branches of the Totton family may have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable Individuals:
- John Totton (1802–1873): An English artist known for his landscape paintings, particularly his depictions of the Hampshire countryside.
- Alice Totton (b. 1985): A British actress who has appeared in various theatre productions and television shows.
Variants:
Variants of the surname Totton include variations in spelling like Totten, Toten, and Totton.
References:
- P.H. Reaney, A Dictionary of English Surnames (Oxford University Press, 2005).
- G. Fothergill, The Surnames of County Durham (Andrew Reid & Company Limited, 1905).
The surname Totton continues to be passed down through generations, reflecting a rich lineage of English heritage and tradition.
There are approximately 342 people named Totton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Totton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Edward
- George
- Ian
- James
- Mark
- Michael
- Nick
- Paul
- Richard
- Thomas
- Wayne
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Laura
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Victoria