Tuck

Meaning

Derived from the Old English word 'tuc' or from the occupational term for a fuller who tucked cloth.

Etymology

The surname originates from the Middle English occupation of cloth-tucking, a process in textile manufacturing. Alternatively, it may derive from a personal name or nickname related to tucking or folding.

About the Tuck Surname

An English occupational surname related to the textile industry, particularly cloth-tucking. The name appears in medieval records and has variants that became more common than the base form.

Distribution

Primarily found in England and English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Friar Tuck (fictional), various historical records

People with the Tuck Surname