Armitage

Armitage is a surname of English origin, derived from a place name in West Yorkshire. The name has evolved over time, from “Armithwait” to “Armitage”. The earliest known recorded use of the name dates back to the 13th century. The name is most commonly found in the north of England. Famous individuals with the surname include English poet Simon Armitage and Australian cricketer George Armitage. Armitage is a relatively uncommon surname, ranking 3,029th in the United States and 1,312th in England.