VOIGHT
Voight
Origin and Meaning: Voight is a British surname of German origin. It is derived from the Germanic personal name "Voigt" or "Voight", which means "steward" or "bailiff".
Distribution and History: The surname Voight is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most instances found in areas with historical connections to German settlers or regions. While not as common as some other British surnames, the Voight name has an interesting history and varied distribution across the country.
Famous Individuals: One of the most well-known bearers of the Voight surname is the prominent American actor Jon Voight, who has gained fame for his roles in various films and television productions. However, there may be other individuals with the Voight surname who have made significant contributions in various fields.
Variants: Variants of the Voight surname include Voigt, Foyt, Ficht, and other similar phonetic variations.
References: Research into historical records and genealogical resources can provide further insight into the origins and distribution of the Voight surname. Additionally, family history websites and archives may have more information on specific individuals with this surname.
Typical given names associated with the Voight surname
Male
- Gary
- Heinz
- Markos
Female
- Christine
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 14 people named Voight in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Voight.
Famous people named Voight
- Jon Voight - American actor
- James Haven Voight - American film, television and voice actor, director, screenwriter and producer
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.