DICKIE

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Dickie

Dickie is a British surname of Scottish origins, derived from the given name "Dick," a diminutive of "Richard." The earliest records of the surname Dickie date back to the 14th century in Scotland.

The Dickie surname is predominantly found in Scotland and northern England, particularly in the regions of Lanarkshire and Ayrshire. Over time, individuals with the surname Dickie have dispersed and settled in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable individuals bearing the Dickie surname include academics, professionals, artists, and athletes, among others. The surname has also been featured in literature and popular culture, contributing to its recognition beyond ancestral origins.

Like many surnames, Dickie has several variations in spelling, including Dickey and Dikkie. Genealogical research and historical records can provide insights into the origins and evolution of the surname and its bearers over generations.

There are approximately 3,303 people named Dickie in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,748th most common surname in Britain. Around 51 in a million people in Britain are named Dickie.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alan
Alexander
Andrew
David
George
Ian
James
John
Robert
William

Female

Alison
Ann
Anne
Elizabeth
Emma
Fiona
Helen
Jean
Karen
Margaret
Mary
Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.