What is "laslett"

Laslett is an English surname, which originates in Kent, England. The name appears in the 16th century parish register of Harbledown near Canterbury, spelt as Lawslet or Lauslet. Notable people with the surname include:

• Jason Laslett (born 1969), British field hockey player
• Kyan Laslett O'Brien (born 1971), British musician
• Peter Laslett (1915–2001), British historian
• Rhaune Laslett (1919–2002), British community organizer
• William Laslett (1799–1884), British politician