Mattick

Origin and Meaning

Mattick is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Matta" combined with the suffix "-ic," meaning "son of Matta." The name likely originated as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from an ancestor named Matta.

Distribution and Significance

The surname Mattick is relatively uncommon and is most frequently found in the United Kingdom. It is particularly associated with regions in England such as the West Midlands and East Anglia. The name has historical significance, often tying individuals back to their ancestors and heritage.

Notable Individuals

While there are no widely recognised figures with the surname Mattick, individuals bearing this name may have made contributions to various fields such as arts, sciences, or business. Their achievements, however, may not have garnered widespread attention.

Variants

Variants of the surname Mattick may include Matticks, Mattock, Mattocks, or variations thereof. These variations could be the result of regional dialects, anglicisation, or changes over time.

There are approximately 162 people named Mattick in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Mattick.

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
  • Jason
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Neil
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Thorsten

Female

  • Claire
  • Cynthia
  • Eileen
  • Fiona
  • Helen
  • Isabel
  • Jayne
  • Karen
  • Kate
  • Lesley
  • Margaret
  • Rosanne
  • Susan
  • Suzanne
  • Tracy

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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