JUDKINS
Judkins
Judkins is a British surname that originates from the given name "Judd", which is a diminutive of the name "Jordan". The surname is of medieval English origin and is mainly found in the West Midlands region of England.
History
The Judkins surname can be traced back to early records in the 13th century, with variations in spelling such as Jukyn, Jukyns, and Juckings. The name was likely used to denote the son of someone named Judd, indicating patrilineal descent.
Distribution
Today, individuals with the surname Judkins can be found across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in areas such as Warwickshire, Leicestershire, and Staffordshire. The name has also spread to other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies.
Notable People
- David Judkins: An acclaimed British artist known for his landscape paintings.
- Maggie Judkins: A prominent historian specialising in medieval English literature.
Variants
Variants of the Judkins surname include Judkin and Juckins, reflecting different regional pronunciations and spelling adaptations over time.
References
For further information on the Judkins surname and its historical significance, one may refer to genealogical records, family histories, and studies on British onomastics.
There are approximately 373 people named Judkins in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Judkins.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Graham
- James
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Robert
- Terry
Female
- Carol
- Catherine
- Claire
- Janet
- Jeanette
- Kathleen
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Maria
- Mary
- Sandra
- Sharon
- Susan