Pinkett

Pinkett is a British surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Pic", meaning point or peak, and the suffix "-ett", indicating small or diminutive.

The Pinkett surname is recorded in various forms throughout history, including Pinket, Pinkit, and Pinkatt. The name is most commonly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Worcestershire and Warwickshire.

Notable individuals bearing the Pinkett surname include actors Jada Pinkett Smith and her children Jaden and Willow Smith. Jada Pinkett Smith has achieved success in the entertainment industry, starring in films such as "The Matrix Reloaded" and the TV series "Gotham".

The Pinkett surname has a rich history in Britain, with many families proudly tracing their lineage back through generations. As with many surnames, the origins and meanings of Pinkett continue to be of interest to genealogists and historians alike.

There are approximately 325 people named Pinkett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Pinkett.

Surname type: Diminutive

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Darren
  • David
  • Jack
  • Jason
  • John
  • Mark
  • Neil
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Deborah
  • Faye
  • Helen
  • Hellen
  • Kerry
  • Mary
  • Melanie
  • Natasha
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Simone
  • Wilma

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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