Surname Notten - Meaning and Origin
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Notten: What does the surname Notten mean?
The last name Notten is a rare Dutch surname from the Netherlands. It is most likely derived from the Old Dutch personal name Not, which itself is a short form of any of the various Germanic names that make use of the element "naht" meaning “bold” or “brave”. It is also possible that the name is from an older form of the surname Natte, itself derived from a Dutch metonymic occupational sobriquet, denoting someone who was a cloth worker.
The surname Notten is found mainly in the two northern provinces of the Netherlands, Groningen and Friesland, where it is one of the more common surnames. It is also found in small numbers in scattered areas of northern Germany, as well as in parts of the former Dutch colony of Indonesia. The name has gradually made its way to other regions, including North America, the British Isles, and Australia.
The name Notten conjures up images of Dutch independence, of settling in foreign lands, and of courage and determination in the face of adversity. It also symbolizes the importance of family, of carrying on tradition, and of helping others in need.
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The last name Notten is of Dutch origin and is most common in The Netherlands. It is most common in the province of Flevoland as well as other provinces such as Gelderland, Friesland, Limburg, Overijssel, North Holland and Utrecht. The Netherlands is the country with the highest concentration of people with this name.
In addition to The Netherlands, Notten is also found in Germany, Belgium, England, Canada and the United States. In the United States, the most common states of residence are Minnesota, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and Wisconsin. According to the US DNA Project, the name Notten is also found in Canada though it is not particularly common.
Notten is also found in Australia, particularly in Victoria and New South Wales. It is not as common a name there as it is in The Netherlands and surrounding countries.
Overall, the name Notten is most common in The Netherlands but it is also found in a number of other countries around the world.
Variations of the surname Notten
The surname Notten is a patronymic surname derived from a variant of the given name "Not." Variants and spellings of the Notten surname include Noten, Noton, Notton, Nottin, Notin and Nottun.
Similarly related surnames include Notman and Noteman, which are derived from the Middle English term "knotteman," meaning "knot maker." The name could also be derived from the Low German word "noten" which means "nuts." This implies a nickname or occupational name for someone who gathered or sold nuts.
The Notten surname first appeared in Lincolnshire, England, in the 12th century and had spread to East Anglia by the 14th century. During the 19th century, the surname was common in northern England, East Anglia, and Lincolnshire.
Today, Notten is an uncommon surname. Variations of the name are also distributed in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. In the United States, most of the bearers of the surname are of Dutch origin. Other countries with the Notten surname include New Zealand, Australia, Canada, France, and India.
Variations of Notten may also appear in a variety of other spellings. Common spellings are Nottin, Notton, Notin, Nottun, Noten, and Noton. These alternative spellings reflect the languages and pronunciation of the countries where the Notten surname is found.
Famous people with the name Notten
- Gerard Notten: Dutch composer, organist and harpsichordist
- Rhys Notten: Dutch retired footballer
- Mariska Notten: Dutch actress, presenter and voice artist
- Mark Notten: Dutch footballer
- Dave Notten: Dutch actor, theatre maker, singer and artist
- Linda Notten: Dutch artist, illustrator and graphic designer
- Cok Notten: Dutch retired Norheim Cup Cyclo-cross rider
- Daniël Notten: Dutch retired athlete who competed at the 1984 Summer Olympics
- Wilma Notten: Dutch-Frisian Zwemkoningin (Swimming Queen)
- Jeroen Notten: Dutch rower who competed at the 2004 Summer Olympics