BICKERTON
Bickerton
Bickerton is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Bicca" or "Bicka" and the word "tun," meaning "farmstead" or "settlement." The name Bickerton is predominantly found in the counties of Cheshire, Staffordshire, and Shropshire in England.
Origins and History
The Bickerton surname has ancient origins, dating back to medieval England. The Bickerton family was historically associated with landownership and agricultural activities in the regions where the name is most prevalent. Over the centuries, various branches of the Bickerton family spread to different parts of the country, leading to the dispersal of the surname.
Notable Individuals
- Sir Richard Bickerton (1727–1792) – A distinguished British naval officer who served during the American Revolutionary War and the French Revolutionary Wars. He achieved the rank of Admiral of the Blue.
- Frank Bickerton (1889–1954) – An Australian-born astronomer who worked in the United Kingdom. He made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics and observational astronomy.
Distribution
The surname Bickerton is most commonly found in the counties of Cheshire, Staffordshire, and Shropshire, reflecting the historical ties of the Bickerton family to these regions. However, individuals bearing the name can also be found in other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, owing to migration and dispersion over time.
Variants
Variants of the Bickerton surname include Bickerton, Bickton, Bickson, and Bicton.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1995). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coats of Arms, D., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
The surname Bickerton is a testament to the rich history and heritage of the English people, reflecting the agricultural roots and landowning traditions of the Bickerton family.
There are approximately 2,081 people named Bickerton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,073rd most common surname in Britain. Around 32 in a million people in Britain are named Bickerton.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Barbara
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan