HAZLITT
Hazlitt
Hazlitt is a British surname with origins in the Middle English word "hazelnut" (also spelled as "hazel" in British English) denoting a person who either worked with hazelnuts or lived near hazel trees. This surname is classified as being of Anglo-Saxon and Old English pre 7th-century origins, and is widespread throughout England.
The most famous bearer of the surname Hazlitt is the renowned English essayist and critic, William Hazlitt (1778–1830). He was remembered for his literary criticism and was acknowledged as one of the greatest prose stylists of the English language.
The Hazlitt family name has been linked to a myriad of achievements and contributions in various fields, ranging from literature to politics to entertainment. Variant spellings of the surname include Haslet, Haslett, Hazlet, and Hazlett. The lineage and history of the Hazlitt name have been well-documented, making it a notable name within British heritage.
Typical given names associated with the Hazlitt surname
Male
- Anthony
- Nicholas
- Stephen
Female
- Anne
- Philippa
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There are approximately 29 people named Hazlitt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Hazlitt.
Famous people named Hazlitt
- William Hazlitt - Writer (1778 to 1830)
- Simon Hazlitt - Olympic field hockey player
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