HERRICK
Herrick
Origin and Meaning:
Herrick is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Ehric" or "Ehra" combined with the suffix "-ric," meaning ruler or king. The name is a testament to the individual's noble or regal lineage.
Notable Individuals:
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Robert Herrick (1591-1674): A renowned poet of the seventeenth century, known for his collection of lyrical poems, "Hesperides." Herrick's work often celebrated English rural life and customs.
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Myra Herrick (1854-1938): An American poet and playwright, with familial roots tracing back to England.
Distribution:
The Herrick surname is most prevalent in areas of Yorkshire and Hampshire in the United Kingdom. It has also spread to other English-speaking regions, with a notable presence in the United States, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Coat of Arms:
The Herrick family coat of arms features a shield with symbols denoting strength, loyalty, and nobility, embodying the family's historical heritage.
Variants:
Variants of the Herrick surname include Heric, Herick, Hairick, and Herricks, each reflecting regional or phonetic variations in the English language over time.
There are approximately 877 people named Herrick in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,175th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Herrick.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
Female
- Alison
- Christine
- Diana
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Jean
- Kathryn
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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