HAWMAN
Hawman
Hawman is an English surname with its roots in medieval England. The name is of occupational origin, derived from the Middle English word "hawman," meaning a "someone who operates a hawk." The hawk was a bird of prey that was trained for hunting small game, and the hawman would have been responsible for the care and training of these birds.
The surname Hawman is relatively rare, with a small number of individuals bearing this name historically. It is most commonly found in areas of England where falconry was popular, such as in the rural regions where hunting with birds of prey was a common pastime.
Over time, the surname Hawman has likely undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, as is common with many surnames of English origin. Individuals with the surname Hawman can trace their ancestry back to the medieval period, and many may still be found in parts of England and other English-speaking countries.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Hawman may have diverse occupations and interests, but they continue to carry a name that reflects a connection to the ancient art of falconry and the traditions of the English countryside.
There are approximately 138 people named Hawman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hawman.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- James
- Jeff
- Jeffrey
- Michael
- Philip
- Robert
- Steven
- William
Female
- Andrea
- Angela
- Brenda
- Carol
- Catherine
- Claire
- Emma
- Judith
- Julie
- Patricia
Similar and related surnames
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