Cotton - Last Names

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Cotton

/ˈkɒtən/

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Moderate

Meaning

Dweller at the cottage or settlement near wild cottages

Represents connection to land, labor, and rural life; symbolizes humility and practicality rooted in agrarian society.

Symbolism

Embodies purity, softness, and resilience—qualities associated with the cotton plant—while also signifying everyday durability and comfort.

Etymology: Derived from Old English 'cot' meaning 'cottage' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'; originally denoted someone who lived at a small farm or hamlet. Not related to the cotton plant in etymology, despite the modern association.

Style & Origin

traditional
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Cotton is a toponymic and occupational surname historically associated with those

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