Gitting Family History

From Guiting Power or Temple Guiting in Gloucs, recorded as Getinge in 1086, Gutinge, Guyting, Gyting, Gettinge, and Gitting in the 13th century, the place-name reflects a rich linguistic history.

The place-name derives from Old English gyte meaning ‘a pouring forth, a flood,’ combined with the river name-forming suffix -ing. This etymology highlights the geographical and topographical significance of the location.

Today, the name is pronounced /gaitiŋ/, yet the surname maintains the older pronunciation /gɪtiŋ/, showcasing the evolution of language over time.

This variation in pronunciation can provide insights into historical and regional linguistic changes, as well as the influences of local dialects.

For further exploration, see Gitton.