Brocktin

English surname
"badger settlement"

Brocktin Origin and Meaning

The name Brocktin is a boy's name.

Brocktin is a contemporary masculine name with Germanic linguistic roots. It appears to be a modern coined variation combining elements of Brock (meaning 'badger' in Old English or possibly referencing a brook/stream) with the popular '-tin' ending found in names like Austin and Martin. The name emerged primarily in North America in the early 21st century as parents sought unique alternatives to more common names while maintaining familiar sounds. Brocktin projects strength and masculinity while offering distinctiveness—positioning it within the trend of newly created names with traditional elements. While still uncommon in official records, it fits with the preference for surnames as first names and two-syllable masculine names ending with consonant sounds.