SPACKMAN
Spackman
Surname
Spackman is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Spaecman", which means "one who has the gift of speech" or "eloquent man". The name may have been given to someone who was a good speaker, a spokesperson, or a negotiator.
The Spackman surname is mainly found in the south-west of England and has historical ties to Devonshire and Cornwall, although variations of the name can also be found in other parts of the country.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Spackman have been recorded in various historical and contemporary records, marking their contributions to society.
Today, the Spackman surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its ancient origins and the evolution of British heritage.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 1,130 people named Spackman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,716th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Spackman.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Caroline
- Claire
- Deborah
- Emma
- Karen
- Linda
- Louise
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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