STURROCK
Sturrock
Sturrock is a Scottish and northern English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Stirroc," which is believed to mean "strong-ruler." The surname Sturrock has been primarily found in the historic counties of Fife and Angus in Scotland, and in the northeastern counties of Northumberland and Durham in England.
The Sturrock surname is documented in records dating back to the early medieval period. Over the centuries, bearers of the name have been known for their contributions to various fields, including agriculture, business, politics, and the arts. Notable individuals with the surname Sturrock have played important roles in British history and culture.
Today, the Sturrock surname continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in regions around the world where British descendants have settled. The name is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames that reflect the country's diverse heritage and history.
There are approximately 1,861 people named Sturrock in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,464th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Sturrock.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alison
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Karen
- Linda
- Lisa
- Madeleine
- Margaret
- Sarah