Watkin
wa(t)-kin
Origin:British
Meaning:Son of Walter; Family of Watt or Walter
Watkin, or Watkins, is an English surname meaning “son of Walter” or “family of Watt or Walter.” Today, this title makes for a masculine first name that’s cool regardless of baby’s lineage. Dating back to the early medieval period when family names were used to identify individuals, Watkins was a title that helped preserve this family’s heritage. No doubt, little Watkin will appreciate family ties and may have an interest in one day exploring their ancestry.
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