RICKSON
Rickson
Rickson is a British surname of Old Norse origin, derived from the medieval given name "Ric", meaning "powerful" or "rich", combined with the patronymic suffix "-son", meaning "son of". The surname Rickson is therefore an Anglicized form of the Scandinavian personal name "Ríkarr".
The origins of the Rickson surname can be traced back to the Scandinavian Viking invasions of Britain during the early medieval period. It is likely that the surname originated in regions of Britain where Norwegian and Danish influence was strong, such as the North of England and Scotland.
Over the centuries, the surname Rickson has been recorded in various forms, including Rixon, Rixson, and Rickeson, reflecting the phonetic evolution of the name. The Rickson family name can be found throughout Britain, particularly in areas with historical connections to Viking settlements.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Rickson have made contributions in various fields including academia, literature, and the arts. The surname Rickson continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to the rich history of British naming traditions and Viking heritage.
There are approximately 310 people named Rickson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Rickson.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Charles
- Colin
- David
- Dean
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- William
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Deborah
- Emine
- Emma
- Gillian
- Helen
- Jill
- Kelly
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Sheila
- Susan