TheNameDBScattergood
DescriptiveMeaning
A surname derived from a Middle English phrase meaning someone who squanders or wastes money and goods.
Etymology
The name combines 'scatter' and 'good' (meaning possessions or wealth), referring to someone who disperses or wastes their resources. This descriptive surname was likely applied to individuals known for profligacy or poor financial management.
About the Scattergood Surname
Scattergood is a colorful English surname reflecting medieval attitudes toward wealth management and social behavior. The name exemplifies how surnames could encode moral judgments or behavioral characteristics.
Distribution
Found primarily in England, with historical concentration in the Midlands and Northern regions.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented notable bearers in historical records