Hacon

The surname Hacon is of medieval English origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name "Hákon", meaning "high son" or "noble son". The name was introduced to England by Scandinavian settlers during the Viking Age and has since become a prominent and long-standing surname within the British Isles.

Origin: Scandinavian, Old Norse

Meaning: "High son" or "noble son"

History: The Hacon surname is believed to have originated predominantly in regions with strong Norse influence, such as northern England, Scotland, and parts of Ireland. Over the centuries, families with the surname Hacon have been recorded in various historical documents, including census records, parish registers, and medieval manuscripts.

Distribution: The Hacon surname has maintained a presence throughout the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas with historical Viking settlements and trade routes. Notable clusters of the Hacon surname can be found in Norfolk, Suffolk, and Yorkshire.

Variants: Variants of the Hacon surname include Hákon (original form), Haakon, and Hakan.

The surname Hacon is a testament to the enduring impact of Viking heritage on British culture and society, providing a link to a rich tapestry of history and genealogy.

There are approximately 236 people named Hacon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Hacon.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Carl
  • Christopher
  • Denis
  • Ian
  • Jason
  • John
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Trevor

Female

  • Ann
  • Annette
  • Catherine
  • Claire
  • Joanne
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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