Potts - Last Names

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Potts

/pɒts/

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Moderate

Meaning

Potter or one who makes pots

Represents craftsmanship, utility, and connection to the earth through clay work

Symbolism

Embodies skill, humility, and the art of shaping raw materials into functional objects; symbolizes creation and practicality

Etymology: Derived from the Middle English 'potte' and Old French 'pot', meaning 'pot' or 'vessel', with the suffix '-s' indicating 'son of the potter' or occupational designation. Originally denoted someone who made or sold pots.

Style & Origin

traditional

english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Potts is an occupational surname historically associated with potters or those wh

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