Summary

The surname Booth is of English origin and can be traced back to medieval times. It is derived from the word 'bōᵹ,' which means 'a hut or a shelter.' The surname Booth was often given to people who lived near or worked in a small shelter-like structure. Over time, the surname spread across different regions, with variations in spelling. Today, the Booth surname is associated with a rich history and has a notable presence in various countries.
There are
8656
Boothes in the USA
Boothe is the
4100th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Boothe

JohnWilkes

American actor and Confederate sympathizer who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln in 1865.

LucyBooth

British evangelist and the seventh of eight children of William and Catherine Booth, the founders of The Salvation Army.

ConnieBooth

American-born British writer, actress, and psychotherapist, best known for her role as Polly Sherman in the British sitcom Fawlty Towers.

Boothe Genealogy

Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Boothe surname occurred over time and in various places due to personal and specific family circumstances. The specific details of such migration and immigration events are not widely recorded or known.