Hanbury

Hanbury is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to medieval times. It is believed to have originated from various places named Hanbury in England, such as Hanbury in Worcestershire.

The name Hanbury is a toponymic surname, meaning that it was derived from a place name. In this case, individuals likely took on the surname Hanbury to indicate that they hailed from or had ancestral connections to a place called Hanbury.

The Hanbury surname has been borne by notable individuals throughout history, although it is not as common as some other English surnames. The name is associated with families who have played significant roles in British society, including in fields such as politics, business, and academia.

Like many surnames, variations in spelling have occurred over time. These variations may include Hanbery, Hanburie, and Hanberry, among others.

Today, the surname Hanbury continues to be found among individuals of British descent, both in the United Kingdom and in countries around the world where British immigrants have settled.

There are approximately 945 people named Hanbury in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,689th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Hanbury.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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

  • Charles
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Thomas
  • Timothy
  • William

Female

  • Charlotte
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Kay
  • Kerry
  • Laura
  • Linda
  • Lucy
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Philippa
  • Sharon
  • Sophie
  • 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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