Hendon

Hendon is a surname of English origin, derived from various place names in the United Kingdom, including Hendon in Greater London, which is well-known for its historic parish church and association with aviation history. The surname may also originate from other locations such as Hendon in North Yorkshire and Hendon in Sunderland.

The name's etymology can be traced back to Old English, where "Hendon" likely meant "hill down" or "valley hill". Variations of the surname include Henden and Hendin.

Historically, individuals with the surname Hendon have been found across different regions of the UK and have engaged in various professions and pursuits. Today, the surname remains in use, reflecting the diverse heritage and history of the British population.

There are approximately 502 people named Hendon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Hendon.

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

  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • Jeremy
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Ronald
  • Stephen
  • Stuart

Female

  • Betty
  • Dawn
  • Eileen
  • Fay
  • Heidi
  • Jean
  • Jeanette
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Katie
  • Lorraine
  • Lucy
  • Nicola
  • Susan
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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