HENSHAW
Henshaw
Henshaw is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Hengest", meaning stallion or horse, and "Hlaw", which means hill. Therefore, the surname Henshaw is thought to refer to someone who lived near a hill frequented by horses or had some association with horses in medieval England.
The earliest recorded mention of the Henshaw surname dates back to the 13th century in Lancashire, England. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have been found scattered across various regions of the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in northern England.
The name has seen various spellings over time, including Hensha, Henshawe, and Henshall, reflecting the variations in dialect and recording practices prevalent in different regions of England.
Individuals bearing the surname Henshaw have been known to have engaged in various professions and pursuits, ranging from agricultural work to skilled trades. The name has also featured prominently in military records and historical documents.
Today, the surname Henshaw continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and beyond, symbolising a connection to England's rich history and heritage.
There are approximately 5,374 people named Henshaw in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,762nd most common surname in Britain. Around 83 in a million people in Britain are named Henshaw.
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
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Elizabeth
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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