HATCH
Hatch
Origin and Meaning
Hatch is an English surname with Anglo-Saxon origins. It is derived from the Old English word "hæc", which means gate or hatch. The surname likely originally referred to someone who lived near a gate, a wicket gate, or perhaps a hinged barrier of some kind.
Distribution
The surname Hatch is concentrated in England, particularly in the south-western counties of Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Hatch have spread across the United Kingdom and more widely in English-speaking countries.
Notable Individuals
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Eric Hatch (1901–1973): An American author and screenwriter, best known for co-writing the 1938 screwball comedy film "Bringing Up Baby".
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Ella Hatch (1882-1951): A pioneering British biologist who made significant contributions to the field of genetics in the early 20th century.
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Ryan Hatch (b. 1993): A British jockey who has competed in some of the most prestigious horse racing events, including the Grand National.
Coat of Arms
The Coat of Arms associated with the Hatch surname typically features heraldic symbols such as gates, keys, and stars, reflecting the name's associations with barriers and openings.
Variants
Variations of the Hatch surname include Hache, Hatcher, Haches, and Hachey.
There are approximately 4,688 people named Hatch in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,013th most common surname in Britain. Around 72 in a million people in Britain are named Hatch.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Anita
- Elizabeth
- Julie
- Karen
- Louise
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey
- Victoria