Dack

Dack is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Middle English personal name "Dakk", a variant of "Dag". The name originated as a nickname for someone who resembled "a dake" or "badger".

The surname Dack is most commonly found in the UK, particularly in the counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. It is believed that the name was first recorded in medieval England, making it an ancient and distinguished surname.

Individuals bearing the surname Dack have been involved in various roles and professions throughout history, contributing to different fields such as agriculture, commerce, and the arts. The name has spread to other English-speaking countries through migration, particularly to countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.

The coat of arms associated with the Dack surname typically features symbols such as a badger, representing the nickname's origin, and other heraldic elements that denote strength, loyalty, or other significant family traits.

Today, the surname Dack continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its presence in genealogical records and family histories. The descendants of the Dack family can be found across the globe, bearing the name with pride and upholding its historical significance.

There are approximately 2,412 people named Dack in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,609th most common surname in Britain. Around 37 in a million people in Britain are named Dack.

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

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • Stephen

Female

  • Alison
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Karen
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Maureen
  • Michelle
  • Natasha
  • Patricia
  • Paula
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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