SKEEN
Skeen
Skeen is a British surname that has its origins in Scotland. The surname is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the old Gaelic word "sgean," meaning a dagger, and referred to individuals who either made or bore such weapons. It is also possible that the name could be derived from the Scots Gaelic word "sgeanach," meaning peddler or man of business.
The Skeen surname is most commonly found in Scotland, particularly in the regions of Aberdeenshire and Angus. Over time, individuals with the name Skeen have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, spreading their family name further afield.
Variations of the Skeen surname include Skeene, Skein, and Skene, reflecting the different ways in which the name has been recorded in historical documents.
Notable individuals bearing the Skeen surname have contributed to various fields, including academia, the arts, and politics. The surname Skeen continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom, with a proud heritage and history behind it.
There are approximately 370 people named Skeen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Skeen.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Charles
- Colin
- David
- James
- Jamie
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Anna
- Anne
- Christina
- Donna
- Gillian
- Janet
- Karen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Olivia
- Ryma
- Sarah
- Susan