How common is the Beckett surname?

There are approximately 38,000 people with the surname Beckett in the United States.

Are there Beckett soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 216 soldiers with the Beckett surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Beckett mean?

The surname Beckett means "A surname derived from a personal name, indicating a small stream or the son of Beck.". It is of English origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

A surname derived from a personal name, indicating a small stream or the son of Beck.

Etymology

From the Old English personal name 'Becca' combined with the diminutive suffix '-ett' or from 'beck' meaning stream. The surname may indicate either patronymic descent or habitation near a small stream.

About the Beckett Surname

An English surname with both patronymic and topographic origins, common in northern England. The name gained international literary prominence through the works of Samuel Beckett.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 38,000 bearers in the United States #645 most common surname

Rare Common

Found throughout England and English-speaking countries, with particular concentration in northern England and Yorkshire.

Beckett Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Beckett Surname

John Beckett

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 13th century
Estimated Bearers: 38,000

War Records

216 soldiers with the Beckett surname found in Civil War records.

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