Watkins
Meaning
The surname Watkins comes from 'Wat', the Welsh form of Walter, and 'kin', meaning little. So Watkin means 'Little Walter'.
Origin
Watkins is one of many Welsh surnames deriving from the patronymic naming system. This means that someone who was an 'ap Watkin', or 'son of Watkin' adopted Watkins as their surname.
Frequency
In Wales, the surname Watkins is most commonly found in Glamorgan and Monmouthshire, in south/southeastern Wales.
In the US, the surname Watkins is most commonly found in
1. Virginia
2. Missouri
3. Washington D.C.
4. Georgia
5. Kentucky