Knott

The Knott surname has an interesting history. It is believed to have originated from various sources, including a topographic name for someone who lived on a hilltop or a nickname for someone with a short, thickset build. In England, the Knott family was prominent in the wool trade during the Middle Ages. Today, the name is most common in the United States, particularly in the southern region. Notable individuals with the Knott surname include baseball player Eddie Knott and British politician Sir John Knott.