TOOKE
Tooke
Tooke is a surname of Old Norse and Anglo-Saxon origins, most commonly found in the British Isles. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name Þórketill, meaning "Thor's kettle" or "Thor's cauldron," with "Þór" referencing the Norse god of thunder and lightning.
The Tooke surname has a history dating back to the medieval period in England. The name spread throughout the country, and variations such as Took, Tooks, and Toke have emerged over time. Individuals bearing the surname Tooke can be found in various regions of the United Kingdom, but historical records suggest a particularly strong presence in southern England, notably in counties such as Surrey and Sussex.
Notable individuals with the surname Tooke include John Horne Tooke (1736-1812), an English politician, writer, and philologist known for his involvement in radical politics and legal advocacy.
The Tooke surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, with individuals proudly carrying on this ancient name as part of their heritage.
There are approximately 1,430 people named Tooke in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,574th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Tooke.
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
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Amanda
- Carol
- Elizabeth
- Emily
- Hilary
- Janice
- Julie
- Margaret
- Melanie
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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