Bickel

Bickel is a surname of German origin, but it is also found in British records, mostly in England and Scotland. The name is believed to have been derived from the Old High German word "bic" meaning 'pointed', and was likely used to describe someone who lived near a pointed or conical geographical feature.

The Bickel surname has been present in Britain for several centuries, with historical records showing individuals with this name across different regions. Bickel families have been noted in various censuses, parish records, and other genealogical sources, suggesting a modest but established presence in British society.

As with many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Bickel may have evolved over time, resulting in variations such as Bickle or Bickell. Individuals bearing the Bickel surname have been associated with a range of professions and social backgrounds throughout history.

Today, the Bickel surname continues to be in use by families in Britain and other parts of the world, serving as a link to their ancestral heritage and family history.

There are approximately 165 people named Bickel in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Bickel.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • David
  • Dean
  • Jean
  • John
  • Neil
  • Paul
  • Raymond
  • Stephen
  • Stewart
  • Stuart
  • Tomas
  • William

Female

  • Amy
  • Annika
  • Birgit
  • Cary
  • Elizabeth
  • Gillian
  • Marlyn
  • Maya
  • Patricia
  • Sally
  • Sharon
  • Sheila
  • Stephanie
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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