TheNameDBDennett
PatronymicMeaning
A person descended from someone named Dennet or a diminutive form of the name Dennis.
Etymology
Derived from the personal name Dennet, a diminutive of Dennis, combined with the suffix '-ett' or '-et'. The surname indicates patronymic descent from an ancestor with this name.
About the Dennett Surname
An English patronymic surname derived from the personal name Dennet. The name has been established since medieval times and is found in various English-speaking regions.
Distribution
Found primarily in England and among English-speaking populations, particularly in North America.
Notable Bearers
Daniel Dennett (philosopher), various historical bearers