PICKBURN
Pickburn
Pickburn is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, known to have medieval roots in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The name is believed to derive from the Old English words "pic" meaning a peak or summit, and "burna" which translates to a stream or streamlet.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Pickburn were likely to have resided near a prominent peak or hill, or perhaps near a stream that had originated near a peak. The surname may have been assigned to families living in such locations to distinguish them from other families in the community.
Over the centuries, the surname Pickburn has been recorded in various forms such as Picberne, Pekborne, and Pekburn, showcasing the evolution of the name through different dialects and spellings. Today, the surname Pickburn remains relatively rare, but individuals with this surname can still be found primarily in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Notable individuals with the surname Pickburn have not been extensively documented in historical records, and the name's prominence may have diminished over time. Nonetheless, the legacy of the Pickburn surname endures as a reminder of its Anglo-Saxon origins and its connection to the landscape of rural England.
There are approximately 66 people named Pickburn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Pickburn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Terence
Female