TheNameDBWOOTEN
TopographicMeaning
A person who lived in a settlement associated with wood or a wooded area.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'wudu' (wood) combined with 'tun' (settlement or enclosure). The surname emerged as a topographic identifier in medieval England.
About the WOOTEN Surname
An English topographic surname indicating residence in a wooded settlement. The name is well-established in American genealogical records, particularly in southern states.
Distribution
Found in England and extensively throughout the southern and central United States.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation