Word Origin and History for jankin

Jankin

masc. proper name, from Jan, variant of John, + diminutive suffix -kin. In Middle English, applied contemptuously to priests.

Bid them welcome, Jankin, to such poor cheer as we can give them.
The Life Of Sir John Falstaff
Robert B. Brough
"Here they be," roared Jankin, who had stationed himself as look-out in a high tree.
The Life Of Sir John Falstaff
Robert B. Brough
Jankin appeared in high spirits, and had indeed enjoyed his ride immensely.
The Life Of Sir John Falstaff
Robert B. Brough