TheNameDBPlitt
OtherMeaning
Uncertain; possibly derived from a German word or occupational term.
Etymology
The etymology is unclear but may relate to German 'Platz' or similar elements, or possibly an English occupational designation. Documentation of the surname's origin is limited.
About the Plitt Surname
An obscure surname with uncertain origins that may be German or English in derivation. The name appears in limited historical records with unclear etymological connections.
Distribution
Rare, found primarily in the United States and Germany.
Notable Bearers
Oliver Platt (American actor, though surname spelling differs)