PELIKAN
Pelikan
The surname Pelikan is of Germanic origin, deriving from the Middle High German word 'pilgrim' which means 'pilgrim'. Over time, variations of the spelling have emerged, including Pellekin, Pellicorn, Pellegrim, and Pelligrin. The name is commonly found in areas with historical connections to Germany and Austria.
The Pelikan surname is not as prevalent in Britain as it is in continental Europe. However, it is possible to find individuals with this surname who have familial roots in Germany and other German-speaking regions. Like many surnames, the history of the Pelikan name is likely to be linked to specific geographic locations and historical events.
Those bearing the surname Pelikan may have ancestral ties to individuals who undertook pilgrimages or had associations with the religious pilgrim tradition. The name could also reflect the movement of people between different regions, indicating a dynamic history of migration or travel.
As with many surnames, the study of the Pelikan name can offer insights into genealogy, family history, and the cultural heritage of individuals bearing this distinctive surname.
There are approximately 30 people named Pelikan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Pelikan.