HAWKE
Hawke
Hawke is an English surname of Old English origin, derived from the Middle English word "hauk", meaning a skilled bird of prey commonly used in falconry. The surname is believed to have been used as a nickname for someone who resembled a hawk in character or appearance, or perhaps for someone who was a skilled falconer.
The earliest recorded instance of the Hawke surname dates back to the 11th century, where it was commonly found in the south-west of England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Cornwall. Over time, the surname spread to other parts of England and beyond, carried by descendants of the original bearers.
Individuals with the surname Hawke have played significant roles in British history, with notable figures including:
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Edward Hawke, 1st Baron Hawke (1705–1781): A British naval officer who is remembered for his decisive victory in the Battle of Quiberon Bay during the Seven Years' War.
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Bob Hawke (1929–2019): Although of Australian nationality, Hawke was born in South Australia before serving as the 23rd Prime Minister of Australia from 1983 to 1991. Hawke's paternal ancestry traces back to the United Kingdom.
The surname Hawke continues to be borne by people around the world, reflecting the diversified nature of the British diaspora. It maintains its relevance in contemporary society, preserving the historical significance of its origins and the legacy of those who have borne the name.
There are approximately 2,195 people named Hawke in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,899th most common surname in Britain. Around 34 in a million people in Britain are named Hawke.
Surname type: Nickname
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
- Jason
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Christine
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Judith
- Lesley
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Hawk
- Harke
- Hauck
- Hark
- Harkey
- Harkess
- Harkes
- Harks
- Haucke
- Hauk
- Hauke
- Haukes
- Haukey
- Haukie
- Hauks
- Hawes
- Hawken
- Hawker
- Hawkes
- Hawket
- Hawkey
- Hawkie
- Hawks
- Hawksey
- Hawky
- Harck
- Harek
- Harkie
- Haug
- Haulk
- Haw
- Hawco
- Hawe
- Hawez
- Hawkell
- Hawkens
- Hawkers
- Hawkett
- Hawkis
- Hawse
- Hawsey
- Herke
- Herkes
- Hirkes
- Haig
- Hake
- Haq
- Haque
- Haugh
- Hawkley
- Hickie
- Huck
- Huke
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