About Arbuthnot
The surname Arbuthnot is of Scottish origin and is derived from the place name "Arbuthnott" in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The name is believed to have originated from the Gaelic words "ard" meaning "high" and "bothan" meaning "house" or "dwelling." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Arbuthnot can be interpreted as "dweller at the high house" or "one who comes from the high dwelling."
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The surname Arbuthnot is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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