Cornick

Cornick is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Cornuc" or "Cynric," meaning "royal power" or "bold ruler." The surname is primarily found in Cornwall and Devon in southwest England, suggesting a strong West Country heritage.

The Cornick family have a long history in the region, with records dating back to the medieval period. The surname has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, including Cornick, Cornicke, Cornake, and Curnick.

Individuals bearing the Cornick surname have been associated with a variety of occupations and professions, ranging from farmers and labourers to merchants and tradesmen. The name has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and overseas through migration and emigration.

Today, the Cornick surname continues to be present in local communities and can be found in genealogical records and family histories. The name serves as a reminder of the rich heritage and cultural diversity of the West Country region of England.

There are approximately 896 people named Cornick in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,054th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Cornick.

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
  • Anthony
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amanda
  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jennifer
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Rosemary
  • Sarah
  • 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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