THISSEN
Thissen
Thissen is a surname of Dutch origin that has been present in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical connections to the Netherlands such as East Anglia and the port cities. The name is derived from the personal name Thijs, which is a variant of the more common name Matthias.
Origins:
The surname Thissen can be traced back to the Dutch and Flemish regions, where it was a patronymic surname based on the first name Thijs. Patronymic surnames were commonly used in the Netherlands, reflecting the father's name and passing it down through generations.
Distribution:
In the United Kingdom, the surname Thissen is relatively rare compared to more common British surnames. It is more prevalent in areas with historical ties to Dutch trading and immigration, such as ports like London and Liverpool.
Notable Individuals:
- John Thissen: A notable British-Dutch historian who specialises in Anglo-Dutch relations.
- Margaret Thissen: A renowned botanist known for her research on rare plant species in East Anglia.
Variants:
Variants of the surname Thissen may include Thisen or Thyssen, reflecting regional or historical spelling differences.
Legacy:
The surname Thissen carries with it a heritage of Dutch ancestry and a connection to the historical links between the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. As with many surnames, the story of the Thissen family is a part of the broader tapestry of British history and immigration.
There are approximately 27 people named Thissen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Thissen.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Dirk
Female
- Catharina
- Daphne
- Michelle
- Monique
- Sabina