HANSOM
Hansom
The surname Hansom has its origins in England and is of Anglo-Saxon descent. The name is believed to be of occupational origin, derived from the Old English word "hansome," which means "favourable" or "fortunate." The surname Hansom was commonly used to describe someone who was considered pleasant or agreeable.
One of the earliest known records of the Hansom surname dates back to the 14th century in the county of Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notably, the most famous bearer of the Hansom surname is Joseph Aloysius Hansom, an English architect who is credited with inventing the iconic horse-drawn carriage known as the "Hansom cab" in 1834. This invention revolutionised transportation in urban areas and became synonymous with the name Hansom.
Today, individuals with the surname Hansom can be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries. The name carries a sense of tradition and history, reflecting the contributions of its bearers to British society.
There are approximately 382 people named Hansom in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Hansom.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Carl
- David
- Dean
- James
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Ann
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jane
- Joanne
- Josephine
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Rebecca
- Susan
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