HATTON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Hatton

Hatton is a surname of English origin, derived from various places named Hatton in England, such as Hatton in Cheshire, Warwickshire, or Shropshire. The name is believed to have originated from Old English words meaning "heath" or "enclosure" and "tun" meaning "settlement" or "town".

Notable People:

Christopher Hatton (1540-1591): An influential Elizabethan statesman who served as Lord Chancellor of England.
Ricky Hatton (b. 1978): Former professional boxer and world champion in two weight classes.
Emma Alice Hatton (b. 1990): British actress and singer known for her performances in musical theatre.

The Hatton surname has a rich history dating back centuries, with bearers of the name being involved in various professions and endeavours. It remains a relatively common surname in England and other English-speaking countries, reflecting the enduring legacy of the places associated with the name.

There are approximately 11,617 people named Hatton in the UK. That makes it the 790th most common surname in Britain. Around 178 in a million people in Britain are named Hatton.

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
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Richard

Female

Christine
Elizabeth
Emma
Julie
Linda
Margaret
Mary
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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