HARRAP
Harrap
Harrap is an English surname of ancient origins, found mainly in the southern counties of England such as Sussex and Hampshire. The surname is believed to be of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Hæræp", which means 'bold raven'.
The first recorded instance of the Harrap surname dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Sussex, indicating a long history of the name in the region. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of England and even overseas to countries like Australia and New Zealand, carried by early British settlers.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Harrap have made contributions in various fields, including academia, literature, and business. The name continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom, with variations in spelling such as Harrop or Harap also existing.
The Harrap surname reflects the diverse tapestry of British surnames and provides a link to the ancestral roots of many individuals across the globe.
Typical given names associated with the Harrap surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Doug
- Iain
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Roger
Female
- Betty
- Elizabeth
- Erica
- Heloise
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Kathleen
- Katie
- Sarah
- Susan
- Zoe
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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There are approximately 377 people named Harrap in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Harrap.
