CULKIN
Culkin
Etymology and Origins
Culkin is an Anglicised form of the Gaelic surname Mac Uilcin. The prefix "Mac" indicates "son of," while "Uilcin" is a Gaelic personal name of uncertain origin.
History and Distribution
The surname Culkin has its roots in Ireland, particularly in the province of Ulster. It is believed to be of ancient Gaelic origin and is predominantly found in counties such as Donegal, Cavan, and Monaghan. Over time, some bearers of the surname Culkin migrated from Ireland to other parts of the world, including the United States, where the name has been preserved and passed down through generations.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Culkin include Rory Culkin, an American actor known for his roles in various films and television series.
Variants and Derivatives
Variants of the Culkin surname include Culkeen, Cullen, and other variations based on regional accents and dialects.
Coat of Arms
While there is no single coat of arms for the Culkin surname, variations may exist based on specific family histories and genealogical records.
There are approximately 441 people named Culkin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Culkin.
Surname type: Diminutive
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
- Gary
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Shaun
- Stephen
- Tim
- Timothy
Female
- Angela
- Hilary
- Joanne
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sandra
- Stephanie
- Susan
- Tracy
- Victoria