TheNameDBGatte
TopographicMeaning
A surname possibly derived from a gate or passage, or from a personal name.
Etymology
The surname may derive from Old English or Old French 'gat' or 'gate' (gate or passage), or it may be a shortened form of a longer surname. The exact origin is uncertain due to limited historical documentation.
About the Gatte Surname
An obscure surname of uncertain origin, possibly topographic in nature. Limited historical documentation makes definitive etymology difficult to establish.
Distribution
Rare surname with limited documented distribution, found in England and possibly France.
Notable Bearers
No widely documented notable bearers