TheNameDBPiatt
TopographicMeaning
A surname derived from a place name or personal name in medieval England.
Etymology
The origin is uncertain but may derive from Old English elements or a locational reference. It appears in English records from the medieval period with various spelling variations.
About the Piatt Surname
Piatt is a relatively uncommon English surname with uncertain origins, possibly derived from a place name or descriptive term. The surname has been documented in English records since at least the 16th century.
Distribution
Primarily found in England and North America.
Notable Bearers
Donn Piatt (American journalist and politician)