HEYDON
Heydon
Heydon is an English surname of locational origin, deriving from several villages named Heydon found in Norfolk and Cambridgeshire. The name is thought to come from the Old English words "hēg", meaning hay, and "dūn", meaning hill, indicating a settlement located by a hay-covered hill or a hill where hay was grown.
The Heydon family has a long history in England, with records dating back to the medieval period. They were prominent landowners and held positions of influence in various regions, particularly in Norfolk. The name Heydon is associated with several notable figures throughout history, including Sir Henry Heydon, a 15th-century knight who served under Henry V during the Hundred Years' War.
Over the centuries, the Heydon surname has spread beyond its original East Anglian roots to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world. Today, individuals bearing the surname Heydon can be found in various professions and walks of life, maintaining a connection to their rich ancestral heritage.
In modern times, the name Heydon continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the legacy of a family with deep roots in British history.
There are approximately 752 people named Heydon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,194th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Heydon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Daniel
- David
- George
- Grant
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
Female
- Ann
- Christine
- Denise
- Elizabeth
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Natasha
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Philippa
- Sarah
- Susan