Pitt

Pitt is a surname and a place name that also serves as the common nickname for the University of Pittsburgh. The name appears in various contexts, often linked to people and places named after the Pitt family or William Pitt, the Earl of Chatham.

People with the surname Pitt have been prominent in politics, the arts, and public life. Notable individuals include Brad Pitt, an American actor and film producer; William Pitt the Elder, 1st Earl of Chatham (1708–1778), a British statesman; and his son William Pitt the Younger (1759–1806), who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain. The surname is borne by many others across different fields.

The University of Pittsburgh, commonly referred to as Pitt, is a major research university based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1787 as Pittsburgh Academy and renamed the University of Pittsburgh in 1819. The main campus is in the Oakland neighborhood, with additional campuses in Johnstown and Greensburg. Pitt offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs and is known for strengths in health sciences, engineering, business, and the humanities. It operates the UPMC health system and is a member of the Association of American Universities.

Places named Pitt include Pitt County in North Carolina, named for William Pitt, the Earl of Chatham. The name appears in various other towns and townships in the United States, typically reflecting historical ties to the Pitt family or commemorations of William Pitt.