Boothe

Meaning

Derived from 'booth,' referring to a temporary shelter, stall, or small dwelling.

Etymology

The name comes from the Old Norse 'búð' and Old English 'both,' terms for a temporary structure or market stall. This occupational or topographic surname likely identified someone who operated or lived in such a structure.

About the Boothe Surname

A topographic surname referring to a booth or temporary structure, common in medieval marketplaces and settlements. The name reflects the occupational and residential patterns of medieval England.

Distribution

Found throughout England and English-speaking countries, with notable presence in North America.

Notable Bearers

Barton Booth (18th-century actor), various American figures.

People with the Boothe Surname