BONEHILL
Bonehill
Bonehill is an English surname derived from the Old English words "banna," meaning 'bone,' and "hyll," meaning 'hill.' The name originated as a toponymic surname, indicating a person who lived near or on a hill with bones or a place where bones were disposed of.
The Bonehill surname is primarily found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Staffordshire and Warwickshire. The name's presence in this area suggests that the original Bearers of the surname likely resided in or near locations with topographical features such as hills or elevated grounds.
Over the centuries, families with the surname Bonehill have spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, as part of the global diaspora of British emigration. Like many English surnames, Bonehill has undergone variations in spelling over time, such as Bonhill or Bonell.
Individuals with the surname Bonehill have contributed to various fields, including business, academia, and the arts. Researching and tracing genealogical records can provide insights into the history and connections of families with the surname Bonehill across different generations and geographical locations.
There are approximately 532 people named Bonehill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Bonehill.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- Gary
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Ray
Female
- Chelsey
- Claire
- Donna
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Kathryn
- Michelle
- Sheila
- Susan
- Wendy