Dockrill

Dockrill is a British surname that is of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Docca" combined with "ryl", meaning a small stream or brook. Hence, the name Dockrill likely originated as a topographic surname for someone who lived near a small stream or brook associated with a person named Docca.

The Dockrill surname is primarily found in the southern region of England, particularly in counties such as Hampshire and Wiltshire. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Dockrill have migrated to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable individuals with the surname Dockrill may have made significant contributions in various fields, including but not limited to academics, arts, sciences, and business.

The surname Dockrill is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's history and cultural heritage. Its origins can be traced back centuries, and it continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the diversity of British family names.

There are approximately 121 people named Dockrill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dockrill.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Benjamin
  • David
  • Joseph
  • Lee
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Roger
  • Stephen

Female

  • Avis
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Jemma
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Linda
  • Pamela
  • Pauline

Similar and related surnames

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