About Cartwright
The surname Cartwright is of English origin and is occupational in nature. It is derived from the Middle English word "cart(w)right," which refers to a person who made carts. The name combines the words "cart," meaning a wheeled vehicle, and "wright," meaning a skilled craftsman or builder. Therefore, the surname Cartwright signifies someone who was involved in the trade of cart-making or wheelwrighting.
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The surname Cartwright is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cartwright based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Cartwright in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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