JENKYN
Jenkyn
Jenkyn is a British surname derived from the given name "Jenkyn," which is an old English form of the name "Jenkins." The name has its roots in Wales and southwestern England, where the influence of Welsh naming practices is strong.
Origin: The surname Jenkyn is a patronymic surname, indicating descent from an ancestor named Jenkyn or Jenkins. The suffix "-kin" or "-kyn" is a diminutive form used in medieval times to denote "son of."
Variants: Variants of the surname Jenkyn include Jenkins, Jenking, Jenkin, and Jenkins. Over time, variations in spelling have emerged as the name spread through different regions and migration patterns.
Distribution and Popularity: The surname Jenkyn is relatively uncommon compared to variants like Jenkins, which is more prevalent in Wales and England. However, individuals with the surname Jenkyn can still be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British descendants have settled.
Notable Individuals:
- John Jenkyn (1870-1931): A Welsh-born poet known for his lyrical verses that captured the essence of nature and the human experience.
In Modern Times: The surname Jenkyn, like many other traditional surnames, continues to be passed down through family lines, connecting individuals to their ancestral roots. Genealogical studies and DNA testing have provided further insights into the historical origins and migrations of families bearing the Jenkyn surname.
There are approximately 130 people named Jenkyn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Jenkyn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Clive
- David
- Jonathan
- Kevin
- Philip
- Richard
- Roger
- Steven
- Stuart
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Betty
- Daphne
- Gabrielle
- Jane
- Janet
- Joanne
- Laura
- Lesley
- Lorraine