HALKETT
Halkett
Halkett is a distinguished British surname with a long history that can be traced back to medieval times. The name is of Scottish origin, deriving from the village of Halket in the county of Fife. It is believed that the name was originally derived from the Old Norse personal name "Hallkætill", composed of the elements "hallr" meaning 'rock' or 'ledge', and "kaetill" meaning 'kettle' or 'helmet'.
The Halkett surname has been borne by notable individuals throughout history, including Sir Peter Halkett, a British Army officer who served during the Jacobite risings in the early 18th century. The Halkett family also owned the estate of Pitfirrane in Fife, Scotland.
Today, individuals with the surname Halkett can be found not only in Scotland but also in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place in the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 472 people named Halkett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Halkett.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Brian
- Charles
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Lee
- Robert
- Steven
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Elizabeth
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sandra
- Susan