SCRIPPS
Scripps
Surname Origin
Scripps is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "scrypp" which means a small bag or pouch. It is believed that the surname Scripps was originally a nickname for someone who carried a bag or pouch.
Notable People
- Ellen Browning Scripps - (1836-1932) an American philanthropist and founder of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the Scripps Research Institute.
- Edward Willis Scripps - (1854-1926) American newspaper publisher and founder of the E. W. Scripps Company.
- Lorne Scripps - (b. 1985) British actor known for his roles in various theatre productions.
Surname Distribution
The surname Scripps is relatively rare and is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Cornwall and Devon.
Coat of Arms
The Scripps family coat of arms is described as a shield with a silver background and three black boars' heads on it. This emblem signifies courage and strength.
There are approximately 307 people named Scripps in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Scripps.
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
- Anthony
- Brian
- David
- Ian
- John
- Jonathan
- Kevin
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Emma
- Ida
- Jane
- Jean
- Jeanette
- Jennifer
- Juliette
- Kathleen
- Katy
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Stacey
- Victoria