FEAKINS
Feakins
Feakins is an English surname of Norman origin. It is derived from the Old French name "Faquen," which means "falcon." The surname first appeared in England after the Norman Conquest of 1066 and is believed to have originated in the Normandy region of France.
The Feakins family has been recorded in various English counties over the centuries, including Buckinghamshire, Kent, and Essex. The surname has evolved through different spellings over time, with variations such as Feakin, Fyakin, and Fyken.
Individuals bearing the surname Feakins have contributed to various aspects of British society, including academia, business, and the arts. The Feakins name has been preserved through generations, reflecting a rich heritage that spans centuries.
Today, the Feakins surname is relatively rare but continues to be cherished by those who bear it. It serves as a reminder of the family's ancestry and the enduring legacy of the Norman influence on English culture.
There are approximately 233 people named Feakins in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Feakins.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Benjamin
- Christopher
- David
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Richard
- Tim
Female
- Alana
- Helen
- Jane
- Jean
- Kathleen
- Lucy
- Mary
- Monica
- Paula
- Sarah
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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