Shattuck

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Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or a descriptive term related to scattered or shattered objects.

Etymology

The etymology is uncertain but may derive from Old English elements combined with a locative suffix. It could be related to 'sceatt' (treasure, property) or a place characterized by scattered features.

About the Shattuck Surname

An early American surname with roots in New England colonial settlement, suggesting English origins. The name appears concentrated in specific geographic regions with limited historical documentation of its etymology.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,500 bearers in the United States #2,086 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in New England and the northeastern United States.

Shattuck Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Shattuck Surname