Dicken

Dicken is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name Dicca, meaning "a ditch". The surname is of toponymic origin, referring to someone who lived near a ditch or a place with this name.

The first recorded instance of the surname dates back to the early 13th century in Norfolk, England. Over time, the surname has undergone various spelling modifications, such as Dyken, Dyckin, Dickens, and Dicken.

The name became more well-known in literary circles with the iconic British author Charles Dickens, whose works like Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, and A Christmas Carol are celebrated worldwide.

Today, individuals bearing the surname Dicken can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to various fields and professions. The name carries a historical and cultural significance, connecting individuals to their English heritage and the legacy of one of the greatest literary figures of the 19th century.

There are approximately 1,335 people named Dicken in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,884th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Dicken.

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
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Robert

Female

  • Catherine
  • Charlotte
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Jacintha
  • Joanne
  • Linda
  • Lisa
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • 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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