Haith

Haith is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the northern regions of England. The surname is believed to have derived from the medieval English word "hayth," meaning an enclosed area or a hedged field.

Individuals with the surname Haith can often trace their ancestry to Yorkshire, Lancashire, or other parts of the North of England. The name has variations such as Haithe, Hayth, and Haythe, reflecting the historical flexibility in spelling common in medieval England.

The Haith surname is relatively rare, with most bearers of the name concentrated in the United Kingdom, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. The surname has likely been passed down through generations, indicating a long history within specific families and regions.

Various individuals bear the Haith surname have made contributions to different fields, including academia, business, and the arts. The surname's rarity and regional concentration add to its unique identity within the broader landscape of British surnames.

There are approximately 283 people named Haith in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Haith.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Benjamin
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • Lee
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Philip
  • Stephen

Female

  • Andrea
  • Debra
  • Evelyn
  • Helen
  • Karen
  • Leanne
  • Lisa
  • Madge
  • Marie
  • Patricia
  • Rachael
  • Rebecca
  • Sandra
  • Sharon
  • Tina

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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