Siskind

Siskind is a British surname that originated from Jewish communities. The surname is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin, derived from the Yiddish word "zis," meaning sweet. Variants of the name include Schiskind, Sisskind, and Ziskind.

The Siskind surname is most commonly found among Jewish families in the United Kingdom and is often associated with individuals of Eastern European Jewish descent.

Notable individuals with the surname Siskind include the British photographer Aaron Siskind (1903–1991), known for his innovative abstract photography.

Throughout history, the Siskind family name has been associated with various professions and fields, highlighting the diverse contributions of individuals bearing this name to British society.

Sorry, we don't have any statistics on this name. That's probably because it's very uncommon in Britain.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Arthur
  • Cyril
  • Leonard

Female

  • Diane
  • Lucinda

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