HANSHAW
Hanshaw
Hanshaw is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Hann", meaning a cock or a chicken, and "shaw", which refers to a small wood or thicket. Therefore, the surname Hanshaw likely originated as a nickname for someone associated with poultry or living near a wooded area.
The first recorded instance of the surname Hanshaw dates back to the 13th century in Worcestershire, England, where the family held a seat as lords of the manor during this period. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as individuals bearing the name migrated and settled in different regions.
Notable individuals with the surname Hanshaw have made noteworthy contributions in various fields, including the arts, academia, and athletics. The Hanshaw family name continues to be upheld by descendants who have preserved their heritage and passed down their lineage through generations.
The surname Hanshaw embodies a rich historical and cultural significance, reflecting the diverse tapestry of British surnames and the families that bear them.
There are approximately 303 people named Hanshaw in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Hanshaw.
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
- Christopher
- Dean
- Ian
- Jason
- Jeremy
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robin
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Ann
- Brigitta
- Christine
- Deborah
- Ethel
- Heather
- Joan
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Nargis
- Patricia
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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