DORKINS
Dorkins
Dorkins is a British surname with origins tracing back to medieval times. The name is of locational origin, derived from 'de Orcan', which means a person from the village of Orcon. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname likely lived in or near a village called Orcon.
History
The Dorkins surname is concentrated in southern England, particularly in counties like Sussex and Kent, where the name first appeared. Over time, branches of the Dorkins family spread to other parts of the United Kingdom, and there are instances of Dorkins families emigrating to other English-speaking countries.
The Dorkins surname has evolved over the centuries, with variations including Dorkin, Dorking, Dorcan, and Dorcanus. This evolution is typical of surnames with a long history, influenced by dialectal changes and clerical variations in record-keeping.
Notable People
- Thomas Dorkins: A 17th-century scholar known for his contributions to the field of astronomy.
- Evelyn Dorkins: An artist from the early 20th century, renowned for their watercolour landscapes.
- Dr. Harriet Dorkins: A prominent geneticist who made significant breakthroughs in her field in the late 20th century.
Present Day
The Dorkins surname continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and, due to migration patterns, in other English-speaking countries as well. Like many surnames, the usage and visibility of Dorkins may vary depending on region and family lineage.
Research into genealogy has made it easier for individuals with the Dorkins surname to trace their ancestry and connect with relatives around the world. The surname's historical connection to specific regions in England provides a rich tapestry of heritage for those who bear it today.
There are approximately 118 people named Dorkins in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dorkins.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Alan
- Anthony
- Ashton
- Bleddyn
- Charles
- Craig
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
Female
- Claire
- Jane
- Joan
- Kate
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Rosalyn
- Rosemary
- Sandra
- Susan