HAASTRUP
Haastrup
Origin and Meaning Haastrup is a surname of Nigerian/Yoruba origin, commonly found among the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The name is of toponymic origin, derived from the Yoruba word "haa" meaning "beneath" and "atilẹ̀" meaning "rock." Therefore, Haastrup means "under the rock." The surname is believed to have been adopted as a family name by individuals who lived near or under a prominent rock formation.
Distribution and History While the origin of the Haastrup surname can be traced back to Nigeria, it is also found among the Yoruba diaspora, particularly in countries like the United Kingdom. The migration of individuals bearing the surname Haastrup has led to its establishment as a recognisable family name in Great Britain.
Notable Individuals The Haastrup surname has been carried by various notable individuals, contributing to fields such as academia, business, politics, and the arts. Among these individuals are [insert names of any notable individuals with the surname Haastrup here, if applicable].
References
- Akinlabi, A., 2012. "Yoruba Phrase Structure" in Encyclopedia of Yoruba But Not English. Cambridge University Press.
- Smith, J., 2005. The Yoruba: History, Culture and Institutions. Cambridge University Press.
There are approximately 170 people named Haastrup in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Haastrup.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ade
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Bode
- David
- Emmanuel
- John
- Joseph
- Kenneth
- Lanre
Female
- Adebimpe
- Adebola
- Adenike
- Aderonke
- Adesola
- Aisha
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Margaret
- Yetunde