CRONK
Cronk
Cronk is a surname of Manx origin, predominantly found on the Isle of Man. The name is believed to have Celtic roots, derived from the Gaelic word "crannog," which means a small artificial island or dwelling in a lake or marsh.
History and Distribution
The Cronk surname is most commonly found in the Isle of Man, where it has ancient roots. Many families with the surname Cronk can trace their ancestry back to the island and have been part of the Manx community for generations.
Notable Individuals
1. John Cronk (1854-1922): A notable figure in Manx history, John Cronk was a prominent landowner and community leader on the Isle of Man.
2. Mary Cronk MBE (1932-2020): A renowned midwife and advocate for natural childbirth, Mary Cronk made significant contributions to the field of midwifery in the UK.
Variants
Variants of the Cronk surname include Cronke and Cronkey.
References
- Reaney, P.H. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press, 2005.
- Manx National Heritage. "Manx Surnames." www.manxnationalheritage.im
There are approximately 697 people named Cronk in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,726th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Cronk.
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
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Christine
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Julie
- Kate
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Patricia
- Sally
- Sarah
- Vanessa
Similar and related surnames
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