Westcott

Westcott is a surname of English origin, derived from a topographical or habitational source. It literally means 'western cottage' or 'dweller at the western cottage'. The name would have been given to someone who lived in a cottage located to the west of a main settlement or a prominent landmark. Over time, this descriptive surname became hereditary and was passed down through families.

Like many English surnames, Westcott eventually transitioned into use as a given name, particularly in the United States. This practice of using surnames as first names became popular in the 19th and 20th centuries, often to honor a family surname or to give a child a distinctive identity. Its unisex usage reflects this trend, as many such surnames are not inherently gendered.