There are
691
Lothrops in the USA
Lothrop is the
33121st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lothrop

JohnLothrop

John Lothrop (1584–1653) was a clergyman in England and America who was one of the founders of Barnstable, Massachusetts. He is known for his advocacy of religious freedom and his role in the founding of the First Parish Church in Barnstable.

ElijahLothrop

Elijah Lothrop (1775–1828) was a politician and lawyer from Massachusetts who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was an advocate for education and played a key role in the establishment of public schools in Massachusetts.

WilliamS.

William S. Lothrop (1886–1949) was an American archaeologist and artist known for his work on ancient Mayan ruins in Mexico and Central America. He made significant contributions to the study of Mesoamerican civilizations.

SamuelKirkland

Samuel Kirkland Lothrop (1892–1965) was an American archaeologist and director of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. He conducted excavations at various ancient sites, including Teotihuacan in Mexico.

FrancesLothrop

Frances Lothrop Ames (1893–1987) was an American feminist and suffragist. She played a key role in the women's suffrage movement and was a founding member of the National Organization for Women.

RobertLothrop

Robert Lothrop (1912–1996) was an American architect known for his modernist designs. He worked on numerous residential and commercial projects, including the design of the Academy of Music in Northampton, Massachusetts.

EleanorL.

Eleanor L. Lothrop (1914–2011) was an American artist and printmaker. She was a pioneer in the field of block printing and her work has been exhibited at various galleries and museums.

CynthiaLothrop

Cynthia Lothrop Strohmeyer (1924–2012) was an American writer and journalist. She worked as a writer and editor for various publications, including The New York Times and Harper's Magazine.

ArcherAmes

Archer Ames Lothrop, Jr. (1929–2017) was an American chemist and professor. He conducted research in the field of organic chemistry and taught at several universities.

JamesH.

James H. Lothrop was a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Marine Corps. He served in various roles during his military career and was awarded the Purple Heart.

Lothrop Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Lothrop' is of English origin and is derived from the place name 'Lowthrop' or 'Lothropp.' The name is believed to mean 'settlement on a hillside' or 'farmstead on a slope.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Lothrop' is primarily found in the United States, specifically in New England and parts of the Midwest. It is less common in other English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Lothrop' include 'Lathrop,' 'Lowthrop,' 'Lethrop,' 'Lawthrop,' 'Laythrop,' 'Lathrope,' 'Lothrapp,' 'Lothrup,' 'Lothroppe,' and 'Letherby.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Lothrop' has been carried by immigrants to the United States, particularly during the colonial period and subsequent waves of European immigration.