Troop

Troop is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is believed to have derived from the Middle English word "troupe," meaning a group or collection of people. It is thought to have been originally used to denote someone who was a member of a group, such as a military troop or a group of travelling performers.

The surname Troop is found throughout England, particularly in the southern regions. It is likely that the name was carried by individuals who were associated with or belonged to a specific group or community, such as a military unit or a theatrical troupe.

Over the centuries, the Troop surname has been passed down through generations, and variations in spelling have emerged. Today, individuals with the surname Troop can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world as well.

Notable individuals with the surname Troop have made contributions in various fields, including the military, the arts, and academia. The Troop name continues to be a part of British heritage and serves as a link to the past, reflecting a history of shared identity and community.

There are approximately 537 people named Troop in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Troop.

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

  • Daniel
  • David
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Thomas

Female

  • Alison
  • Caroline
  • Claire
  • Emma
  • Gillian
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Jean
  • Karen
  • Patricia
  • Sandra
  • Sarah
  • Suzanne

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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