Summary

The surname 'SLAUGHTER' is an English occupational name for a person who worked as a butcher or someone involved in the slaughtering of animals. It derives from the Middle English word 'slahtere', meaning 'one who kills' or 'one who slaughters'. This surname may also have derived from a habitational name for someone who lived near a place called 'Slaughter', found in Gloucestershire, England.
There are
27155
Slaughters in the USA
Slaughter is the
1295th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Slaughter

JohnSlaughter

John Slaughter was a prominent figure in the American Old West, serving as a Texas Ranger, Cochise County Sheriff, and member of the Arizona Territorial Legislature.

EnosSlaughter

Enos Slaughter was a professional baseball player who played for the St. Louis Cardinals and other teams, earning a reputation for his aggressive playing style.

FrankG.

Frank G. Slaughter was a prolific American novelist and physician, known for his historical fiction and medical dramas, with over 50 novels published.

LynnSlaughter

Lynn Slaughter is an American children's book author, known for her works such as 'While I Was Gone,' 'Afternoon of the Elves,' and 'Shadow of a Doubt.'

GwynethSlaughter

Gwyneth Slaughter is a fictional character from the British TV series 'Spooks,' portrayed by actress Miranda Raison.

JohnSlaughter

John Slaughter was an American politician who served as the 17th Lieutenant Governor of Texas and a member of the Texas House of Representatives.

JohnSlaughter

John Slaughter was an English cricketer who played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club and England, known for his outstanding batting skills.

JohnSlaughter

John Slaughter is a fictional character from the British TV series 'Coronation Street,' portrayed by actor Charlie Lawson.

NitaGertrude

Nita Gertrude Slaughter was an American organic chemist and professor, known for her research on new drug compounds and her contributions to the field of medicinal chemistry.

ThomasM.

Thomas M. Slaughter is a historian and professor, known for his research on early American history, cultural memory, and the history of violence.

Slaughter Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Slaughter' is of English origin. It is derived from the Middle English word 'slahter,' meaning 'slaughter' or 'butcher,' referring to someone involved in the butchering or slaughtering of animals.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Slaughter' is most commonly found in the United States, specifically in the southeastern states, such as Alabama, Mississippi, and Georgia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Slaughter' include 'Slauter' and 'Sleatery.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Slaughter' has been carried by immigrants to various countries, especially during periods of British colonization and settlement in North America.