Skipp

Skipp is an English surname with possible Anglo-Saxon origins. It is derived from the Old English word "sceap," which means sheep, possibly indicating an ancestral occupation related to sheep farming.

The surname Skipp is found predominantly in the southern counties of England, including Devon, Somerset, and Wiltshire. It is most commonly documented in historical records from the medieval period onwards, suggesting a long-standing presence in these regions.

Individuals bearing the surname Skipp have been noted in various records, including census documents, parish registers, and genealogical records, indicating a diverse range of occupations and social statuses within British society.

The etymology and distribution of the Skipp surname illustrate its historical significance within the context of British genealogy and familial heritage.

There are approximately 1,096 people named Skipp in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,877th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Skipp.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Gary
  • Ian
  • John
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Ray
  • Thomas

Female

  • Amanda
  • Emma
  • Gillian
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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