Lott

The surname Lott has English and Dutch origins. It is a topographical name given to someone who lived in or near a small cottage or shelter. Alternatively, it could have been a nickname for someone who was considered fortunate or lucky. The name can be found in various spellings such as Lot, Lote, and Lottman. Famous people with this surname include American football player Ronnie Lott and singer Lorde, whose real name is Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor.