ECKETT
Eckett
Eckett is a British surname of Old English origin. It is derived from the personal name "Eddoc," which means "wealthy" or "fortunate." The surname Eckett is classified as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from an ancestor named Eddoc.
The Eckett family name has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Ecket, Ecketts, and Eckitt. The first known recording of the surname dates back to the late 13th century in Cambridgeshire, England.
Over the centuries, the Eckett family has been associated with various regions across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk. The Eckett surname has spread to different parts of the world due to migration and settlement.
Individuals bearing the Eckett surname have contributed to various fields and professions, including academia, the arts, business, and politics. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the family's heritage and legacy.
Today, the Eckett surname remains a distinctive and significant part of British genealogy and history, reflecting the rich tapestry of the nation's cultural and linguistic heritage.
There are approximately 286 people named Eckett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Eckett.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Carl
- David
- Gary
- James
- John
- Laurence
- Lewis
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
- Steven
- Thomas
Female
- Caroline
- Catherine
- Cornelia
- Diane
- Elizabeth
- Jean
- Lucy
- Mary
- Nicola
- Zoe