Deakins

Meaning

Son of Deakin, a variant of Deacon.

Etymology

Derived from the English personal name Deakin, itself a diminutive or variant of Deacon, which referred to a church official. The '-s' suffix indicates a patronymic origin, meaning 'son of Deakin.'

About the Deakins Surname

An English patronymic surname derived from the occupational or ecclesiastical name Deakin. The surname reflects the medieval English practice of forming family names from the occupations or roles of ancestors.

Distribution

Primarily found in England and among English-speaking populations in North America and Commonwealth countries.

Notable Bearers

Thomas Deakins (British historical figure)

People with the Deakins Surname