ZAMMIT
Zammit
Zammit is a Maltese surname of Biblical origins that found its way to the British Isles through migration over the centuries. It is derived from the Aramaic personal name 'Thomas', which means "twin", and was famously borne by one of the twelve apostles of Jesus in the New Testament.
The surname Zammit is not a common one in Britain but can be found in various regions across the country, particularly among Maltese and British families with Maltese heritage. Historical records indicate that the name may have been introduced to Britain during the 19th century as part of the wave of Maltese migration to the United Kingdom.
Individuals with the surname Zammit have made notable contributions to various fields in Britain, including academia, business, and the arts. The name carries with it a sense of cultural richness and diversity, reflecting the interconnectedness of different peoples and traditions that have shaped British society.
While not as widespread as some other surnames in the British Isles, Zammit remains an important part of the country's tapestry of names, symbolising the enduring links between Britain and its global communities.
There are approximately 1,150 people named Zammit in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,634th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Zammit.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andre
- Anthony
- Carl
- Carmel
- Christopher
- George
- John
- Joseph
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Ray
- Raymond
Female
- Catherine
- Christine
- Claire
- Lisa
- Maria
- Mary
- Michelle
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Susan