HAXBY
Haxby
Haxby is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that finds its roots in the region of Yorkshire, England. The name is derived from the Old Norse word "Hákr" meaning 'hook' and the Old Danish word "by" meaning 'village' or 'settlement'. This suggests that the name may have originated from a place known for its hook-shaped terrain or local geography.
The first known recording of the surname Haxby dates back to the early 13th century in Yorkshire, where the family held a seat with land and properties. Over time, the name spread to other parts of England as families migrated and settled in different regions.
The Haxby surname has historical significance, reflecting the ancestry and heritage of the families who bear this name. Today, individuals with the surname Haxby can be found across various regions in the United Kingdom and beyond, carrying forward a legacy of tradition and lineage.
There are approximately 412 people named Haxby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Haxby.
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
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Julian
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- William
Female
- Ann
- Barbara
- Claire
- Eileen
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Winifred