Parkin (surname)

Parkin is a surname with multiple possible origins, most commonly English.

Origin and Meaning:

• Diminutive of Peter: It is frequently considered a diminutive form of the given name Peter, using the suffix "-kin" which denotes "little" or "son of". Therefore, Parkin can mean "little Peter" or "son of Peter".
• Topographical/Occupational: The name may also derive from a topographical feature, referring to someone who lived near a small park or enclosure ("park-kin"). Alternatively, it could be occupational, describing someone who was a caretaker or keeper of a park.
• Regional Variation: Surname origins can vary regionally, and local dialect or historical circumstances may have contributed to its development.

Distribution:

The surname Parkin is found predominantly in England, particularly in Yorkshire. It has also spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, primarily through migration.

Notable People with the Surname:

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Variations:

• Parkins
• Parkyn

See Also:

• Peter (given name)
• Surnames