Strickland - Last Names

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Strickland

/ˈstrɪklænd/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the settlement of Strickland, meaning 'strict or harsh land'

Represents endurance through difficult conditions and a connection to ancestral roots. It symbolizes perseverance and stability.

Symbolism

Embodies strength, historical continuity, and a link to rural English landscapes. Often associated with integrity and steadfastness.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'stric' (strict, severe) and 'land' (land or territory), referring to a harsh or rugged tract of land. First recorded in medieval England as a place name and later adopted as a surname.

Style & Origin

traditional
strong
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Strickland is a locational surname derived from places in Cumbria and Yorkshire.

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