About Whittick
The surname Whittick is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "hwit," meaning "white," and the suffix "-ic," denoting "son of." Therefore, the surname Whittick is believed to have originated as a patronymic name, meaning it was used to identify someone as the "son of the white-haired or fair-haired one." It likely referred to an ancestor who had distinctive white or fair hair, distinguishing them from others in the community. Over time, the surname Whittick has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Whittick is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Whittick based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Whittick in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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