HADGRAFT
Hadgraft
Hadgraft is a surname of English origin, believed to be of locational derivation from a place called "Hadcroft" or "Haycroft". The name is a topographic one, given to someone who lived by a haycroft, a field where hay was grown and stored.
The Hadgraft surname is relatively rare and primarily found in the United Kingdom, with a concentration in regions such as Lancashire and Yorkshire. The first recorded instance of the name dates back to the early 18th century in Lancashire, indicating its long history in the UK.
Individuals bearing the Hadgraft surname have likely been involved in a variety of professions and activities over the years, reflecting the diverse occupations present in British society. This could range from agriculture, where the name's origin in haycroft suggests a link to farming, to other trades and professions.
As with many surnames, the Hadgraft name may have undergone variations in spelling over time, including Hadcraft or Hadcrofte. Genealogical research and historical records can provide more insight into the lineage and development of this surname throughout the centuries.
There are approximately 191 people named Hadgraft in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Hadgraft.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- Douglas
- John
- Kane
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Ann
- Emma
- Katrina
- Kelly
- Louise
- Rebecca
- Sharon
- Sophie
- Victoria
- Wendy