TheNameDBCalkin
PatronymicMeaning
A diminutive form meaning 'little Cal' or derived from the personal name Cale.
Etymology
From the personal name Cale combined with the diminutive suffix '-kin,' a common English patronymic formation. The name became established as a surname during the medieval period.
About the Calkin Surname
An English patronymic surname derived from a personal name with a diminutive suffix. The name reflects medieval English naming practices and family lineage traditions.
Distribution
Found primarily in England and English-speaking regions.
Notable Bearers
Calkin family (various historical records)