Linskey

Linskey is a surname of English, Scottish, or Irish origin. The name is believed to be of toponymic origin, derived from the place name Linskey, which may have medieval roots in the British Isles. Alternatively, it could be a variation of the Scottish surname Lindsay.

The earliest known recordings of the surname Linskey date back to the mid-19th century in the United Kingdom. Like many surnames, Linskey may have evolved through various spellings over time, such as Linskey, Linsksey, or Linskeye.

Individuals bearing the surname Linskey are likely to have ties to regions across the British Isles, with concentrations in England, Scotland, and Ireland. Throughout history, bearers of the surname Linskey have been involved in a variety of professions and trades, reflecting the diverse paths taken by families with this surname.

Today, the surname Linskey continues to be passed down through generations, connecting individuals to their ancestral heritage. It remains a distinctive and relatively uncommon surname within the broader spectrum of British surnames.

There are approximately 238 people named Linskey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Linskey.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Brian
  • Dennis
  • James
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Lawrence
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Betty
  • Caroline
  • Claire
  • Elaine
  • Ines
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Lisa
  • Patricia
  • Sarah

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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