SHUCK
Shuck
Shuck is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "sceocca", meaning a type of shell or husk. It is believed that the surname was originally used as a nickname for a person who worked with shells or husks, or perhaps resembled one in appearance.
The Shuck surname has been found in various regions of England, with early records dating back to medieval times. It is particularly prevalent in the Norfolk area, where the legend of the Black Shuck, a ghostly black dog, is well-known. It is speculated that the surname may have originated in this region due to its connection to local folklore.
Over the centuries, the Shuck family name has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including literature, arts, and sciences. Today, the surname continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and around the world, maintaining a link to its ancient origins.
There are approximately 525 people named Shuck in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Shuck.
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
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Bryn
- David
- Graham
- James
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Philip
- Richard
- Simon
Female
- Angela
- Anne
- Beverley
- Catherine
- Dianne
- Doreen
- Janet
- Joanne
- Julie
- Lorraine
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Valerie
- Veronica
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