PIPKIN
Pipkin
Pipkin is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Pippa" combined with the diminutive "-kin", meaning "son of Pippa". The surname Pipkin is primarily found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions such as the Midlands and East Anglia.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Pipkin dates back to the 13th century in the county of Warwickshire, indicating its long-established presence in British history.
Throughout the centuries, the Pipkin family has been associated with various occupations and industries, including agriculture, craftsmanship, and trade. The name has also been linked to individuals with a reputation for resilience, determination, and loyalty.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Pipkin can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, reflecting the diasporic nature of British families and the global spread of British heritage.
The surname Pipkin embodies a rich history and a sense of identity that connects individuals to their ancestral roots in the British Isles.
There are approximately 331 people named Pipkin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Pipkin.
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
- Alexander
- Anthony
- Chris
- Christopher
- David
- James
- Mark
- Neil
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Bernadette
- Claire
- Debra
- Denise
- Diane
- Doreen
- Dorothy
- Faye
- Gillian
- Jacqueline
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Ruth
- Sarah