Updike

Meaning

Derived from 'up' and 'dike', indicating a location above or near a dike or embankment.

Etymology

Updike derives from English or Dutch elements 'up' (above/upper) and 'dike' (embankment/water barrier), describing a topographic location. This locational surname became hereditary among families residing in such areas.

About the Updike Surname

Updike is an established American surname with Dutch colonial origins and clear topographic meaning. The name is notably associated with the acclaimed American author John Updike.

Distribution

Found in the United States, particularly in New York and New Jersey, with roots in Dutch colonial settlement.

Notable Bearers

John Updike (American novelist and writer)

People with the Updike Surname