PUCKRIN
Puckrin
Puckrin is a surname of British origin. It is a locational surname derived from the villages of Pocklington or Pockthorpe in the East Riding of Yorkshire. The name comes from the Old English personal name "Pocca" combined with "tun," which means settlement or farmstead.
The Puckrin surname is most commonly found in the Yorkshire region of England, with historical records showing early instances of the name in parish registers and census data. The name has variations in spelling over the centuries, including Puckering, Puckerin, and Puckrine.
Individuals with the surname Puckrin have been associated with various occupations and professions, reflecting the diversity of British society. The name has likely spread beyond its Yorkshire origins due to migration and global movement.
Researching the history of the Puckrin surname can provide insights into local history, genealogy, and the social dynamics of England. As with many surnames, the study of Puckrin can illuminate connections to specific geographic locations, family lineages, and cultural traditions.
There are approximately 94 people named Puckrin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Puckrin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- Gary
- Graham
- John
- Kenneth
- Richard
- Terence
- Terry
Female
- Ailsa
- Amanda
- Angela
- Christine
- Coral
- Doreen
- Emma
- Helen
- Linda
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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