THACKERAY
Thackeray
Etymology
Thackeray is a surname of Old English origin, derived from the word "thack" meaning thatch, and the suffix "-er" denoting someone who works with or makes a particular item. The name likely referred to someone who either worked with thatch or lived in a thatched house.
History
The surname Thackeray has its roots in medieval England, particularly in the region of Yorkshire. The earliest recorded instances of the name date back to the 13th century. Over time, various spellings have been used, such as Thackwray and Thackery, before settling on the modern form of Thackeray.
Notable Individuals
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William Makepeace Thackeray (1811–1863): One of the most famous bearers of the Thackeray surname, William Makepeace Thackeray was a renowned 19th-century novelist, best known for his classic works such as "Vanity Fair" and "Barry Lyndon".
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Anne Thackeray Ritchie (1837–1919): Daughter of William Makepeace Thackeray, Anne Thackeray Ritchie was an accomplished writer in her own right, known for her novels, essays, and biographies.
Legacy
The Thackeray surname carries with it a legacy of literary excellence and creativity, thanks in large part to the contributions of William Makepeace Thackeray and his descendants. The name has enduring connections to the world of English literature and continues to be recognised and celebrated in modern times.
References
- Reaney, P.H., & Wilson, R.M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. London: Routledge.
- Croft, S. C. (2016). Thackeray: Writing Life. London: Princeton University Press.
There are approximately 1,435 people named Thackeray in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,553rd most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Thackeray.
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
- David
- Gary
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Amy
- Angela
- Claire
- Deborah
- Emma
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Thackery
- Thacker
- Thackaray
- Thackera
- Thackarray
- Thackara
- Thackary
- Thackar
- Thackaway
- Thackerey
- Thackers
- Thackra
- Thackray
- Thackreay
- Thackrey
- Thackuray
- Thackwray
- Thacter
- Thakar
- Thaker
- Thakerar
- Thakeray
- Thakery
- Thakker
- Thakor
- Thakray
- Thakur
- Theacker
- Theaker
- Theker
- Thackard
- Thackry
- Thakarar
- Thakare
- Thakkar
- Thakoor
- Thakore
- Thasker
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.