HUKIN
Hukin
Hukin is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval times. The surname is of Old English origin, derived from the personal name "Huck," a diminutive of the name "Hugh," meaning "heart" or "mind," and the suffix "-kin," denoting "kin of." Thus, the surname Hukin can be translated as "son of Huck."
The Hukin surname is predominantly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in areas such as Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire. Throughout history, bearers of the Hukin name have been involved in a variety of occupations, including farming, blacksmithing, and carpentry.
Like many English surnames, Hukin has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, such as Hukins, Huckin, Huckins, Hukyn, and Hukkyn. This evolution in spelling can be attributed to factors such as illiteracy, dialectal differences, and clerical errors.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Hukin can be found not only in the United Kingdom but also in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, due to historical emigration patterns.
The Hukin surname carries with it a rich history and heritage, making it a significant part of British genealogy and family history.
There are approximately 237 people named Hukin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Hukin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Damian
- David
- Gary
- Michael
- Neil
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steven
- Thomas
Female
- Amanda
- Catherine
- Linda
- Mary
- Maxine
- Pauline
- Sandra
- Sharon
- Susan
- Tina
Similar and related surnames
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