AKRIGG
Akrigg
Akrigg is a surname of British origin believed to be of Anglo-Saxon descent.
Origins and Meaning
The surname Akrigg is thought to have originated from a place name, possibly derived from the Old English words "eac" meaning oak and "hrycg" meaning ridge. This suggests that the name may have been given to someone living near an oak ridge or a settlement located on such terrain.
Distribution
The Akrigg surname is relatively rare, with most individuals bearing this name found in the Yorkshire region of England.
Notable Individuals
- Hilary Akrigg (1923-1999): Noted British historian and author of several acclaimed works on regional history.
- Peter Akrigg (b. 1967): Renowned architect known for his innovative designs in sustainable architecture.
Variants
Variants of the Akrigg surname include Acker, Akrig, and Acrigg.
References
- P.H. Reaney, A Dictionary of English Surnames, 1997.
There are approximately 354 people named Akrigg in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Akrigg.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Colin
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Dawn
- Diane
- Julie
- Lara
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rachel
- Susan