HAZLERIGG
Hazlerigg
Hazlerigg is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from a combination of the Old English personal name Heahhere and the word hlidge meaning "ridge". The surname Hazlerigg is primarily found in the northern counties of England, particularly in Northumberland and County Durham.
The Hazlerigg family has a long and distinguished history, with records dating back to the 12th century. One of the notable bearers of the surname was Sir Arthur Hazlerigg, an English politician who played a prominent role in the English Civil War in the 17th century. The Hazleriggs were staunch Parliamentarians during this turbulent period of English history.
Over the centuries, the Hazlerigg surname has branched out into various lineages, with members of the family establishing themselves in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. The Hazlerigg family crest typically features elements such as a red lion and a chevron.
Today, the surname Hazlerigg continues to be borne by families across the UK and in other parts of the world, with individuals carrying on the legacy of this ancient and esteemed English name.
There are approximately 30 people named Hazlerigg in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Hazlerigg.