TWATT
Twatt
Twatt is a British surname of Old Norse origin that is primarily found in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. The name is derived from the Old Norse word "thveit," which means a small piece of land or clearing.
The village of Twatt in Shetland is thought to be the source of the surname, as it is one of the oldest settlements in the region. The name likely originated as a way to distinguish people living in or near this village from others with similar names.
The Twatt surname has been carried by families in the Shetland Islands for generations, with many individuals proud of their heritage and connection to the land. Over time, some branches of the Twatt family may have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom or beyond, spreading the name to different regions.
Today, the surname Twatt remains relatively rare, but it retains its historical significance as a marker of local identity and heritage in the Shetland Islands. Various families with the surname continue to preserve their ancestral traditions and cultural ties to the region.
There are approximately 37 people named Twatt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Twatt.
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