Hassard

The surname Hassard is of Anglo-Saxon origin and derives from the Old English name "Hærsige", which means 'army victorious'. The name originally denoted someone who was victorious in battle or who had a strong and forceful personality.

The Hassard surname is predominantly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions such as Northern Ireland and England. Over the centuries, families bearing the Hassard name have been noted for their contributions to various fields, including academia, politics, and the military.

Notable individuals with the surname Hassard include British historian and biographer John Hassard, who is renowned for his works on British political figures. The Hassard family has also been associated with notable military figures, with several members serving in the British Armed Forces over the years.

The Hassard surname holds a place of prominence in British heritage and continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 231 people named Hassard in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Hassard.

Surname type: Occupational name

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
  • Colin
  • Courtney
  • David
  • Gary
  • John
  • Maurice
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Stuart
  • William

Female

  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Beverley
  • Catherine
  • Clair
  • Denise
  • Eileen
  • Elizabeth
  • Fiona
  • Jane
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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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