Find out how popular the last name Totty is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Totty.

Totty, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Totty surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Totty in America

Totty is the 21144th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Totty surname appeared 1,242 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Totty.

We can also compare 2010 data for Totty to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Totty

The surname Totty is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the late 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "tot" or "tott," which referred to a small piece of land or a small dwelling. This suggests that the surname may have initially been used to identify someone who lived on a small plot of land or resided in a modest dwelling.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Totty can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Berkshire from 1194, where it appears as "Totti." This historical document provides valuable insight into the name's early usage and variations. Additionally, the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327 mention a "William Totti," further solidifying the surname's presence in medieval England.

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the name Totty was primarily concentrated in the counties of Worcestershire, Berkshire, and Oxfordshire, although it gradually spread to other parts of the country over time. Variations in spelling were common, with records showing variations such as Totti, Totty, Tottie, and Tottye.

Notably, the Totty surname appears in the renowned Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive record of landowners and their holdings commissioned by William the Conqueror. This inclusion suggests that the name had already established itself as a notable surname during the Norman era.

Throughout history, several individuals bearing the surname Totty have left their mark. One notable figure was William Totty (1556-1627), an English clergyman and theologian who served as the Dean of Worcester Cathedral. Another was John Totty (1670-1745), a British architect and surveyor who contributed to the design of several notable buildings in London.

In the literary world, Edward Totty (1810-1885) was an English poet and writer known for his works on nature and rural life. Additionally, James Totty (1834-1901) was a prominent horticulturist and nurseryman who established the Totty Nurseries in Madison, New Jersey, which gained a reputation for its exceptional plant varieties.

The surname Totty also has a connection to the military, with Lieutenant Colonel Frederick Totty (1892-1974) serving as a distinguished officer in the British Army during World War I and World War II, receiving various honors for his service.

While the surname Totty may not be as widespread as some others, its rich history and varied applications across different fields and periods demonstrate its enduring presence throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Totty

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Totty.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Totty was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Totty has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Totty was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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