SPINKS
Spinks
Spinks is a surname of British origin, with roots that can be traced back to medieval England. The name is derived from the Old English word "spink," which referred to the finch bird. Surnames in medieval England were often linked to occupations, physical characteristics, or natural elements, and it is likely that the Spinks surname was originally used to describe someone who had some connection to or characteristic of the finch bird.
The Spinks surname has been found in various regions across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas such as East Anglia and the South East of England. Over time, individuals bearing the Spinks surname have migrated to other parts of the UK, as well as to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Like many surnames, Spinks has undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, including Spinke, Spynke, and Spynks. These variations are common in records due to different spellings and pronunciations in historical documents.
Individuals with the surname Spinks have been involved in a variety of professions and activities, contributing to fields such as the arts, sports, academia, and business. Notable bearers of the Spinks surname include British boxer Leon Spinks and British footballer John Spinks.
The Spinks surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its medieval origins while evolving and adapting to modern society. Today, individuals with the Spinks surname can be found in various countries, representing a diverse range of backgrounds and occupations.
There are approximately 4,286 people named Spinks in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,179th most common surname in Britain. Around 66 in a million people in Britain are named Spinks.
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Jean
- Joanne
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan