The baby name Adkins is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "AD-kins".
Adkins is American, Australian, Canadian and English in Origin.
Adkins is a surname that originated in England. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Eadwine," which means "rich friend." The name was first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Adcun," and it later evolved into Adkins. The name is most commonly found in the United States, where it is the 1,042nd most common surname. It is also found in England, Australia, and Canada.
Adkins is a gender-neutral name, as it is a surname and not typically used as a first name. The pronunciation of Adkins is AD-kins, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is composed of two syllables, with the first syllable being "Ad" and the second syllable being "kins." The name is relatively easy to pronounce and spell, making it a popular choice for a surname.
The components of the name Adkins are "Ad" and "kins." "Ad" is derived from the Old English personal name "Ead," which means "rich" or "prosperous." "Kins" is a diminutive suffix that means "little" or "son of." Therefore, Adkins can be interpreted as "son of Ead," or "little Ead." The name has a rich history and is a popular surname in many English-speaking countries.
Adkins has the following similar or variant Names
- Atkins |
- Adkyns |
- Adkisson |
- Adkinson |
- Adkison |
- Adkyn |
- Adkens |
- Adkensson |
- Adkines |
- Adkynes |
- Adkynson