HICKINGBOTHAM
Hickingbotham
The surname Hickingbotham is of English origin and is considered to be a locational name, derived from the village of Hickingbotham in the county of Suffolk. The village's name is believed to have originated from Old English roots, with "Hicing" meaning "people of Hica" and "botham" likely referring to a raised piece of land.
The Hickingbotham surname has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Hickenbotham, Hinkenbotham, and Hickingbothem. The earliest documented usage of the surname dates back to the 16th century in the county of Suffolk, indicating its localised origins.
Like many British surnames, Hickingbotham may have different spellings due to variations in regional accents, dialects, and historical records. Individuals bearing the surname Hickingbotham can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, with migration and dispersal leading to the surname's presence in other English-speaking countries.
Notable individuals with the surname Hickingbotham have made contributions in various fields, though the surname remains relatively uncommon compared to more widespread English surnames. The historical significance and lineage of the Hickingbotham family are preserved through genealogical records and archives, reflecting their place in British history and heritage.
There are approximately 126 people named Hickingbotham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hickingbotham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Craig
- David
- Ian
- John
- Julian
- Leonard
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
Female
- Belle
- Carol
- Elizabeth
- Hilary
- Lesley
- Lisa
- Rachel
- Siobhan
- Sylvia
- Tracy
Similar and related surnames
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