WICKE
Wicke
Wicke is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English word "wic" meaning a dwelling or farmstead. The name is classified as a topographic surname, indicating a person who resided near or at a homestead.
The surname Wicke has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Wich, Wych, Wick, Wyke, and Wyck. The variations in spelling can be attributed to the lack of standardised spelling conventions in early records.
Individuals bearing the surname Wicke can be found in various regions of England, with concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex. The distribution of the name may stem from the dispersal of families across the country as they sought new opportunities or as a result of historical migration patterns.
The Wicke surname holds significance as a part of British heritage, reflecting the historical landscape and settlement patterns of England. Today, individuals with the surname Wicke continue to contribute to the cultural tapestry of the United Kingdom, embodying a connection to the land and ancestry of the English people.
There are approximately 28 people named Wicke in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Wicke.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Germany
Language of origin: German
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bert
- Christian
- Jonathan
- Peter
- Robert
Female
- Annabelle
- Christel
- Claudia
- Michelle
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.