Ikin

Ikin is a surname of British origin, predominantly found in the counties of Cheshire and Shropshire. The etymology of the surname has its roots in the Old English name Hickin, which is a diminutive form of the name Richard. Over time, the spelling evolved to what we now know as Ikin.

Historically, the Ikin surname has been associated with occupations such as carpentry, metalworking, or farming, reflecting the vocational surnames common in medieval England. The presence of the Ikin family name in various historical records indicates a long-standing lineage within the region.

Today, individuals bearing the surname Ikin can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, owing to migration and the dispersion of families over centuries. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its connection to the ancestral roots in Cheshire and Shropshire.

Research into one's genealogy can often uncover fascinating stories and connections to the past, making the study of surnames like Ikin not only a study of language and history but a personal journey of discovery and identity for those who bear the name.

There are approximately 681 people named Ikin in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,892nd most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Ikin.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Chris
  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Christine
  • Dorothy
  • Elizabeth
  • Frances
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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