DUNKERTON
Dunkerton
Origin and Meaning Dunkerton is an English surname of locational origin, deriving from the village of Dunkerton in Somerset, England. The village name itself originates from the Old English words "dunn" meaning dark or brown, and "a-tun" meaning farm or settlement, indicating a place surrounded by dark-colored earth or soil.
History The Dunkerton surname is primarily found in the Somerset region of England, where the village of Dunkerton is located. It is believed that the surname originated from individuals who either hailed from Dunkerton village or were associated with the locale in some manner.
Notable Individuals
- Julian Dunkerton: An English entrepreneur and co-founder of the fashion retail brand Superdry. Dunkerton has made significant contributions to the fashion industry and retail sector.
- Sir Peter Dunkerton: A notable figure in the field of education, Sir Peter Dunkerton has served in various leadership roles, contributing to the advancement of academic institutions in the UK.
Variants Variants of the Dunkerton surname may include Dunkerton, Dunkartone, and Duncarton, reflecting historical variations in spelling and pronunciation.
There are approximately 220 people named Dunkerton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Dunkerton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Richard
- Stephen
- Thomas
- Tom
- William
Female
- Carole
- Charlotte
- Claire
- Deborah
- Jessica
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Kerry
- Lucy
- Polly