PECKOVER
Peckover
The surname Peckover is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "peac" which means "peak" or "top" and "ofer" which means "bank" or "ridge". The name likely originated as a topographical surname for someone who lived by a hilltop or ridge.
History
The Peckover surname has been traced back to the early medieval period in England, particularly in the counties of Cambridgeshire and Norfolk. Over the centuries, the name has been found in various records such as parish registers, census data, and land deeds, indicating its long-standing presence in the British Isles.
Notable Individuals
One notable individual with the surname Peckover was Alexander Peckover, 1st Baron Peckover (1830–1919), a prominent British Quaker, philanthropist, and banker. He was instrumental in the development of Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, where the Peckover family had a significant influence. The Peckover family also owned the Peckover House and Garden, a National Trust property in Wisbech, which remains a popular tourist attraction.
Legacy
The surname Peckover continues to be borne by various individuals and families in the United Kingdom and beyond. It represents a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames and contributes to the diversity of the country's historical and cultural heritage.
There are approximately 354 people named Peckover in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Peckover.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Anthony
- David
- Gary
- John
- Keith
- Kevin
- Lewis
- Matthew
- Michael
- Richard
- Ronald
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Anne
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Jayne
- Joanne
- Lisa
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan