Packman

Packman is an English surname that originated from the Old English word "pac," meaning to pack or to bundle. The surname Packman can have various spellings such as Pacman or Pakman, but Packman is the most common form.

The name Packman is believed to have been occupational in nature, referring to someone who packed goods for transportation or sale. This suggests that early bearers of the surname could have worked as packers or merchants.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Packman have been found in different regions of England, particularly in the counties of Essex, Suffolk, and Kent. The surname's distribution suggests that families bearing the name were involved in trade and commerce during medieval times.

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Today, the surname Packman is relatively uncommon, but individuals bearing this name can still be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and around the world. The history and heritage associated with the surname Packman serve as a reminder of England's rich cultural and occupational diversity.

There are approximately 1,169 people named Packman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,542nd most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Packman.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Geoffrey
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Justin
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Vic
  • William

Female

  • Claire
  • Hannah
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Joanne
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Melanie
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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