DEAKIN
Deakin
Deakin is a surname of British origin, with historical roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. The name is of patronymic origin, meaning it is derived from the first name of an ancestor. In this case, "Deakin" is derived from the personal name "Dicky," which itself is a diminutive form of Richard.
The Deakin surname is mainly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Staffordshire and Worcestershire. The name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond over the centuries, owing to migration and diaspora.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Deakin have been involved in various professions and occupations, ranging from agricultural workers to skilled craftsmen and professionals. The name may also have variations in spelling, such as "Deakins" or "Deacon," reflecting regional dialects and phonetic shifts.
Notable individuals with the surname Deakin include politicians, academics, artists, and prominent figures in various fields. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its rich heritage and familial legacy.
In contemporary times, the surname Deakin is borne by diverse individuals around the world, each contributing to the tapestry of the name's history and significance. The enduring presence of the Deakin surname reflects its enduring legacy and the resilience of the families that bear it.
There are approximately 9,489 people named Deakin in the UK. That makes it the 981st most common surname in Britain. Around 146 in a million people in Britain are named Deakin.
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Julie
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Dackin
- Dackins
- Daickins
- Dakan
- Daken
- Daki
- Dakin
- Daking
- Dakings
- Dakini
- Dakins
- Dakon
- Dakyns
- Dalkin
- Dalking
- Dalkins
- Daquin
- Daskin
- Daukin
- Dawkin
- Dayken
- Daykin
- Daykins
- Deacan
- Deackin
- Deacon
- Deagan
- Deaken
- Deaking
- Deakins
- Deakon
- Deaquino
- Decan
- Decane
- Decani
- Decanio
- Decann
- Deckin
- Deckins
- Deckon
- Deecon
- Deegan
- Deeken
- Deekin
- Deekins
- Degan
- Dehkan
- Deigan
- Deighan
- Dekan
- Dekany
- Deken
- Dekin
- Deking
- Dekins
- Deskin
- Deykin
- Dicken
- Dickin
- Doogan
- Duggan
- Tacon
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.