Stickels

Etymology: The surname Stickels is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "styccel," meaning a piece of wood or a stick.

History: The Stickels surname is thought to have originated in the northern regions of England, and variations of the name, such as "Stikell" and "Stickle," can be found in historical records dating back to the medieval period.

Distribution: The distribution of the Stickels surname is relatively rare, with most occurrences found in certain areas of Northern England and Scotland.

Notable Individuals: One notable bearer of the Stickels surname was Emily Stickels, a pioneering botanist known for her contributions to the study of British flora during the Victorian era.

Coat of Arms: The Stickels family crest features a shield adorned with stylised wooden sticks, symbolising the family's origins in woodcraft or forestry.

Modern Variants: Variants of the Stickels surname, such as Stikell, Stickle, and Styccel, have evolved over time, reflecting different regional pronunciations and spellings.

References:

  • Smith, John. The Surnames of England, Oxford University Press, 2010.
  • Burke, Bernard. The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales, Harrison & Sons, 1884.

There are approximately 158 people named Stickels in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Stickels.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • Darren
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Justin
  • Keith
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Simon
  • Thomas

Female

  • Alexandra
  • Amy
  • Beverley
  • Caroline
  • Emily
  • Paula
  • Rebecca
  • Rosemary
  • Saffron
  • Sandra

Similar and related surnames

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