ALLCHIN
Allchin
The surname Allchin originates from the region of England. It is a locational surname, deriving from the Old English pre 7th Century elements "aell," meaning alder tree, and "ing", meaning a place. Therefore, the name signifies someone who lived near to an alder tree.
The first recorded spelling of the family name is believed to be that of John Aylchyne, which dates back to the year 1193 during the reign of King Richard I of England.
The Allchin surname can be found particularly in the county of Wiltshire in England. Over time, the name has spread throughout the country and evolved through various spellings such as Alchin and Alkin.
Individuals bearing the surname Allchin have been noted in various historical records for their achievements in diverse fields such as medicine, academia, and the arts.
In modern times, the surname Allchin continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and heritage.
There are approximately 551 people named Allchin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Allchin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Barry
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Nathan
- Peter
- Raymond
- William
Female
- Deborah
- Hannah
- Kathleen
- Mandy
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Susan
- Valerie
- Wendy