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Wilkins
WIHL-kihnz
Wilkins (name) means an English surname meaning "son of Wilkin," ultimately derived from William. Example: “Maurice Wilkins helped discover the structure of DNA.”
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An English surname meaning "son of Wilkin," ultimately derived from William.
"Maurice Wilkins helped discover the structure of DNA."
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- Plural
- Wilkinses
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Etymology
In most cases the surname derives from Middle English Wilkin, from Will, a diminutive of William, plus -kin (“small”). For a good number of people bearing the surname 'Wilkins', though, the name goes back to an earlier form, Welsh Wilkyn, itself from Middle English Wylcolyna or Witcoline, from Latin Wintona; compare Winton.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Wilkins” mean?
The word “Wilkins” means an English surname meaning "son of Wilkin," ultimately derived from William.
How do you pronounce “Wilkins”?
“Wilkins” is pronounced WIHL-kihnz (/ˈwɪlkɪnz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Wilkins” in a sentence?
Here is “Wilkins” used in a sentence: “Maurice Wilkins helped discover the structure of DNA.”
What part of speech is “Wilkins”?
“Wilkins” is a name.
Is “Wilkins” a common word?
“Wilkins” is an uncommon word in modern English.
