About Hoots
The surname Hoots is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English word "hut," meaning a small cottage or shelter. It is believed to have originally been a topographic name for someone who lived near or in a small hut. Over time, the name Hoots may have also been used as a nickname for someone who resembled an owl or made owl-like sounds.
The surname Hoots is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hoots 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 Hoots in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hoots using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.