Looker

Looker is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is of occupational origin, derived from the Old English word "lōcian," which means to look or to see. It was often used to describe someone with a watchful or observant nature.

The Looker family name is found predominantly in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Sussex, Hampshire, and Kent. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of the country and even beyond the shores of Britain.

Individuals bearing the surname Looker have been noted in various historical records, such as census data, church registers, and land deeds. Some members of the Looker family have made significant contributions to society in fields such as academia, business, and the arts.

Today, the surname Looker continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its long and storied heritage. It remains a distinctive part of British nomenclature, reflecting the enduring legacy of those who bear the name.

There are approximately 1,243 people named Looker in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,240th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Looker.

Surname type: Occupational name

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

  • Anthony
  • David
  • Gary
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Roger
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Andrea
  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Christine
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Jenny
  • Karen
  • Kelly
  • Lisa
  • Mary
  • Pamela
  • 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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