SMIKLE
Smikle
Surname Origin: English
Overview
Smikle is an English surname of obscure origin and meaning. It is believed to be a variant spelling of the surname "Smickle", which is derived from the Old English word "smicel", meaning small or slender. The name could have been originally used as a nickname for a person of small stature. Alternatively, it may have been an occupational name for someone who worked with fine materials or delicate items.
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Smikle is relatively rare in the United Kingdom and is most commonly found in the West Midlands region. The name has also been documented in Jamaica, where it is believed to have been introduced by British colonists.
Notable Individuals
- Orlando Smikle: A Jamaican artist known for his vibrant and expressive paintings.
- Sophia Smikle: An up-and-coming British actress who has appeared in a number of theatre productions in London.
- Dr. Michael Smikle: A renowned geneticist and researcher at the University of Oxford who has made significant contributions to the field of molecular biology.
- Marcus Smikle: A professional footballer who has played for several clubs in the English Football League.
There are approximately 199 people named Smikle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Smikle.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alex
- Andrew
- Ashley
- Brian
- Dennis
- Earl
- Gregory
- Karl
- Leon
- Raymond
- Richard
- Wesley
Female
- Andrea
- Charmaine
- Fiona
- Janet
- Jessica
- Marcia
- Paulette
- Rosalie
- Stacey
- Tracy