About Shuttlesworth
The surname Shuttlesworth is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "scyttel" meaning "shuttle" and "worth" meaning "enclosure" or "homestead." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who worked with shuttles, which are devices used in weaving to carry the thread back and forth through the loom. The name Shuttlesworth therefore signifies a person associated with the weaving industry or someone who lived near a weaving workshop or homestead.
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The surname Shuttlesworth is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shuttlesworth based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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