Atack

Atack is an English surname with Anglo-Saxon origins. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English word "ætt," meaning "a family" or "lineage," and the suffix "-ac," denoting "son of." Therefore, Atack may have initially signified "son of the family" or "son of the lineage."

This surname is most commonly found in the county of Yorkshire in northern England. Over time, Atack families have spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

The Atack surname may also be spelt as Attacks or Attax in historical records due to variations in spelling and pronunciation over the centuries.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Atack include Emily Atack, a British actress best known for her role in the television series The Inbetweeners, among other diverse acting roles.

Researching the history of the Atack surname can provide insights into the genealogy and heritage of those who bear this name.

There are approximately 867 people named Atack in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,249th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Atack.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Amj
  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Malcolm
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Mick
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • Tim

Female

  • Carol
  • Claire
  • Janet
  • Jean
  • Kathryn
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Rachel
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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