Davitt

Davitt is a surname of Irish origin. It has been borne by several individuals in Irish history, most notably Michael Davitt (1846–1906), an Irish nationalist and agrarian reformer who founded the Irish National Land League in 1879 to advocate for tenant rights and land reform. Davitt’s work helped bring attention to the plight of rural tenants and contributed to the broader movement for Irish self-government. He later served as a member of parliament and remained active in nationalist politics, helping to shape late 19th-century Irish policy and reform efforts. In addition to Michael Davitt, other people bearing the surname have appeared in public life, including figures in politics and academia, reflecting the name’s Irish heritage. The surname Davitt is relatively uncommon and is most frequently encountered among Irish families and descendants of the Irish diaspora.