Spick

The surname "Spick" is of Old English origin, deriving from the word spik, meaning a "spike" or "sharp point." It is a toponymic surname, often indicating that the original bearer lived near a pointed or spiked feature, such as a hill or a boundary marker.

The first recorded instance of the surname in England dates back to the 12th century, specifically to the county of Yorkshire. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname "Spick" have been found across various regions of England, particularly in the north.

Notable individuals with the surname "Spick" have made contributions to diverse fields, including literature, science, and the arts.

Despite not being one of the most common surnames in England, "Spick" holds historical significance and contributes to the rich tapestry of British nomenclature.

There are approximately 228 people named Spick in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Spick.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Jadon
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Roger
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amanda
  • Amy
  • Dorothy
  • Emma
  • Gemma
  • Julie
  • Karen
  • Leanne
  • Patricia
  • Valerie
  • Vera

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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