HENNING
Henning
The surname Henning is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Henn(a)" which means "a bird," specifically a hen. The surname Henning is a patronymic form of the personal name, meaning it indicates "son of Hen(na)."
Distribution and Origin
The surname Henning is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in regions with strong Anglo-Saxon influence such as Kent, Sussex, and Essex. Over time, the surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world.
Notable Bearers
- John Henning (1771–1851) – A renowned British architect and artist known for his architectural drawings and engravings.
- Emma Henning (1830–1893) – A pioneering suffragette and activist for women's rights in the 19th century.
Variants
Variants of the surname Henning include Henin, Hening, Henninge, and Hennings. These variations reflect the evolution and regional adaptations of the surname over the centuries.
Coat of Arms
The Henning family is associated with a coat of arms featuring heraldic symbols that represent honour, strength, and heritage. The design elements and colours of the coat of arms may vary depending on the specific branch of the family.
Legacy
The surname Henning carries a rich historical legacy and represents a connection to Anglo-Saxon ancestry. Today, individuals bearing the Henning surname can be found across the United Kingdom and around the world, contributing to various fields and industries.
Typical given names associated with the Henning surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alison
- Deborah
- Emma
- Helene
- Johanna
- Katie
- Laura
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Hanning
- Haining
- Hennings
- Henningsen
- Haning
- Hannington
- Hainning
- Hannings
- Haaning
- Hennin
- Hannin
- Hanningan
- Hanningham
- Heanin
- Heaning
- Heening
- Heining
- Heininger
- Heinink
- Hemning
- Hemnings
- Hending
- Henin
- Henine
- Hening
- Heningham
- Heninghem
- Henings
- Henington
- Heningway
- Henking
- Henling
- Henni
- Hennig
- Henningan
- Henninger
- Henningham
- Henningson
- Henningsson
- Hennington
- Henningway
- Henningyn
- Henring
- Heuninck
- Hinning
- Honing
- Huning
- Huninik
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 1,110 people named Henning in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,805th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Henning.
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
Famous people named Henning
- Alan Henning - Humanitarian and taxi driver (1967 to 2014)
- John Henning - Scottish sculptor, 1771–1851 (1771 to 1851)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.