About Dickinson
The surname Dickinson is of English origin and is derived from the given name "Dickin," a diminutive form of "Dick," which itself is a medieval nickname for Richard. The name Richard comes from the Germanic elements "ric," meaning "ruler" or "king," and "hard," meaning "brave" or "strong." Therefore, the surname Dickinson can be interpreted to mean "son of Dickin" or "son of Richard," indicating a familial connection to someone named Dickin or Richard.
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