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      Meaning of the first name
      Mitt

      Origin 
      American

      Meaning 
      Diminutive form of Milton

      Variations 
      Smitty, Amittai, Emmitt

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Mitt, originating from America, is a diminutive form of the name Milton. The name Milton itself has roots in Old English, derived from the combination of mill meaning mill and tun meaning settlement or enclosure. Over time, Milton developed as a name and eventually became adopted as a given name. Mitt, being a diminutive form of Milton, is commonly used as a nickname or a shortened version of the name.

      In terms of historical usage, the name Mitt has not had as much prominence as its longer form, Milton. However, it can be found in certain historical records and documents, often as a nickname for individuals named Milton. While not widely recognized in historical events or figures, the name Mitt appears sporadically throughout history as a casual variation of Milton.

      In modern-day usage, the name Mitt remains a relatively uncommon given name. It is most commonly associated with individuals named Mitt Romney, who is a prominent American politician and businessman. Mitt Romney served as the governor of Massachusetts from 2003 to 2007 and has run for the presidency of the United States. As a result, the name Mitt has become more recognizable due to his public presence and political career. Outside of this association, the name Mitt continues to be used as a nickname or a shortened version of the name Milton among select individuals.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Mitt.
      Brown

      is the most common surname for Mitt.

      John

      is the most common spouse name for Mitt.

      Mitt

      is the most common child name for Mitt.

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