PICKTHORNE
Pickthorne
Pickthorne is an English locational surname derived from the place called Picton or Pictone, meaning "Pict's settlement". The name appears to have originated in the northern region of England, with variants such as Picton and Pictun.
The presence of the -thorne suffix in Pickthorne suggests a connection to a thorn tree or a thorn-covered area, which may have been prominent in the landscape of the original settlement.
Individuals bearing the surname Pickthorne can be closely associated with the north of England, particularly areas such as Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over time, descendants of the Pickthorne family may have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom or other English-speaking countries.
The surname Pickthorne reflects the rich history of England and provides a link to the ancient settlements and landscapes of the region. Today, individuals with the surname Pickthorne can take pride in their heritage and the legacy of their ancestors from the northern territories of England.
There are approximately 118 people named Pickthorne in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Pickthorne.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Anthony
- Damien
- James
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Paul
- Philip
- Roger
- Ronald
Female
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Gemma
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Mary
- Michelle
- Paula
- Sheila
- Suzanne