EATOCK
Eatock
Eatock is a surname of Old English origin, believed to have originated from the pre-7th-century personal name "Eatta," which means "wealth" or "prosperity." The addition of "-ock" is a common suffix used in surnames to denote "descendant of."
Distribution
The surname Eatock is predominantly found in the North West of England, particularly in Lancashire and Greater Manchester. Over time, migration has spread the name to other parts of the UK and even to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable Individuals
While there are no widely known figures bearing the surname Eatock, it is likely that there are individuals across various fields who have made significant contributions to society.
Variants
Variants of the Eatock surname include Etock and Edcock.
Genealogy
Genealogy research into the Eatock family name can be traced through parish records, census data, and other historical documents. DNA testing has become an increasingly popular tool in uncovering ancestral roots and connections among Eatock family members.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1995). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Routledge.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 395 people named Eatock in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Eatock.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Andy
- Christopher
- Daniel
- Daryll
- David
- Jack
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanne
- Julie
- Karen
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan