Sykes
Common English surname
Sykes is a surname of English origin, common in Yorkshire and Lancashire.
The name derives from a dialect word for a small stream or marshy ground.
Notable bearers include Eric Sykes, the British comedian, and various fictional characters.
The Sykes family has lived in this valley for generations.
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