Buckton

The surname Buckton is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Bucc(a)", meaning "billy-goat", and the suffix "-tun", denoting a settlement or enclosure. The name Buckton is therefore thought to have originally described someone living near or working in a place associated with goats.

The first recorded instance of the surname Buckton can be traced back to the county of Yorkshire in the early 13th century. Over time, individuals bearing the Buckton surname have been found in various regions across Britain, notably in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Nottinghamshire.

The Buckton family name has been associated with various professions and trades throughout history, with references to individuals engaged in agriculture, trade, and various skilled crafts. The name has been well-documented in historical records, including census data, parish registers, and other genealogical sources.

Today, individuals with the surname Buckton can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British migration has occurred. The name continues to carry a sense of heritage and tradition for those who bear it, serving as a link to their ancestors and the history of the British Isles.

There are approximately 743 people named Buckton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,274th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Buckton.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Derek
  • George
  • Jeremy
  • Jerry
  • John
  • Mark
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert

Female

  • Annamarie
  • Christine
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Joanne
  • Katherine
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nma
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Tracey

Similar and related surnames

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