VOOGHT
Vooght
The surname Vooght is of Dutch origin, indicating a person from the village of Vooght in the Netherlands. It is a toponymic surname, derived from the Dutch word "vooght" which means "steward" or "guardian". The name would have been given to someone who held such a position in the local community.
The Vooght surname is not as common as some other Dutch surnames, but families with this name can be found primarily in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical connections to the Netherlands such as East Anglia and London.
Variants of the surname Vooght include Vought, Vocht, and Vogt. The spelling may have evolved over time due to various factors, including migration and changes in naming conventions.
Individuals with the surname Vooght have made contributions to various fields, including business, academia, and the arts. Genealogical research indicates that the surname has been present in Britain for several centuries, with records dating back to the medieval period.
Today, the surname Vooght serves as a reminder of the historical ties between Britain and the Netherlands and continues to be passed down through generations as part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 451 people named Vooght in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Vooght.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- David
- Frank
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Ken
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Ray
- Thomas
Female
- Abigail
- Amy
- Caroline
- Diane
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Rebecca
- Samantha
- Sarah