Meakin

Patronymic

Meaning

Diminutive of Mea, possibly derived from a personal name or occupational origin.

Etymology

The surname likely derives from a Middle English personal name with the diminutive suffix '-kin'. The base element Mea is obscure, possibly related to Old English 'mæg' meaning 'kinsman'.

About the Meakin Surname

An English surname of uncertain origin with a diminutive formation. The name remains relatively uncommon in modern distribution.

Distribution

Found primarily in England, particularly in the Midlands and northern regions.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation

People with the Meakin Surname

Marguerite Meakin