Gettys

Gettys is a surname of English origin that has been borne by families in the United States, the United Kingdom, and other regions. In addition to its use as a surname, Gettys can appear in place names or institutional titles where a family name has been used to designate a location or organization.

The name is commonly treated as a variant of Getty, though precise origins are uncertain. Historical records show the Gettys surname in various forms throughout Britain and in colonial-era America, reflecting migration and settlement patterns over several centuries. The spread of the name in North America is linked to waves of English and Scottish immigration.

In contemporary usage, individuals with the Gettys surname have pursued diverse careers across politics, education, arts, and other fields. As with many surnames, spelling and hyphenation vary in historical documents, leading to forms such as Getty, Gettis, or other close derivatives.

See also Getty (surname) for related information and variants.