How common is the Bott surname?

There are approximately 3,000 people with the surname Bott in the United States.

Are there Bott soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 119 soldiers with the Bott surname appear in Civil War records.

Bott

Q: What does the surname Bott mean?

The surname Bott means "Possibly derived from a personal name or a topographic feature, with uncertain etymology.". It is of English/German origin.

Other

Meaning

Possibly derived from a personal name or a topographic feature, with uncertain etymology.

Etymology

The surname may derive from a Middle English or German personal name, or possibly from a topographic term. The exact origin is unclear and may vary by regional context.

About the Bott Surname

A short, simple English or German surname with uncertain origins. The name's brevity and multiple possible etymologies make definitive classification difficult.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England, Germany, and English-speaking countries.

Bott Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Bott Surname

J.A. Bott

Quick Facts

Origin: English/German
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: Medieval England or Germany
Estimated Bearers: 3,000

War Records

119 soldiers with the Bott surname found in Civil War records.

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