Rickman

Rickman is a surname of English origin. It is generally considered to be patronymic, deriving from the given name Richard with the suffix -man, indicating “son of Rick” or “man named Rick.” Some genealogical accounts also describe it as an occupational name for a person who built, tended, or managed hay ricks. The name is most commonly found in the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries.

Notable people with the surname include Alan Rickman (1946–2016), an English actor renowned for his work in film and theatre, including Hans Gruber in Die Hard and Severus Snape in the Harry Potter film series. Another prominent figure is Thomas Rickman (c. 1776–1848), an English architect and architectural theorist associated with the Gothic Revival, known for his early attempts to discriminate English architectural styles.

Beyond these figures, the Rickman surname has appeared across various fields such as arts, academia, and public life, reflecting its distribution in English-speaking regions. The name continues to be carried by individuals in multiple countries, contributing to its ongoing presence in contemporary society.