HELLIER

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Hellier

Hellier is an English surname of Old French origin. The name is believed to derive from the Old French word "helle", meaning salt pan or salt mine. This suggests that the surname was likely to have been adopted by someone living or working near a salt pan or salt mine.

The first recorded instances of the Hellier surname date back to medieval times in England. The name is primarily found in the southwest region of England, particularly in counties such as Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset.

Over the centuries, the Hellier name has evolved and spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, as families migrated for various reasons such as work opportunities or marriage.

Individuals bearing the Hellier surname have been involved in various professions and industries, reflecting the diverse occupations of their ancestors. Today, the name continues to be present in the United Kingdom and can also be found in former British colonies and other parts of the world due to global migration patterns.

The surname Hellier is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, each with its unique story and historical significance.

There are approximately 1,120 people named Hellier in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,759th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Hellier.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Anthony
Christopher
David
Gary
Howard
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Robert
Stephen
William

Female

Catherine
Claire
Elizabeth
Gillian
Karen
Lisa
Margaret
Mary
Samantha
Sara
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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