Haw

Haw is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "haga," meaning enclosed pasture or farm.

Origin and Distribution

The surname Haw is found predominantly in England, especially in the Midlands and the southern regions. It likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a hedged or enclosed area.

Notable Individuals

1. Sir Denis Haw

  • Sir Denis Haw was a renowned British diplomat known for his outstanding contributions to international relations.

2. Emily Haw

  • Emily Haw was a prominent suffragette who played a pivotal role in the women's suffrage movement in early 20th-century Britain.

Variants

Variants of the surname Haw include Hawe and Haugh.

References

For further information on the surname Haw, please refer to genealogical records and historical documents that detail the origins and distribution of the name.

There are approximately 1,082 people named Haw in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,942nd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Haw.

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
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Angela
  • Barbara
  • Catherine
  • Deborah
  • Eileen
  • Jacqueline
  • Juliet
  • Karen
  • Lp
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Samantha
  • Sharon
  • Susan

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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