Hierons

Hierons is a British surname with English roots. The surname is of occupational origin, derived from the Middle English word "hierde" or "herd," which means a herdsman or shepherd. This suggests that the early bearers of the Hierons surname may have worked as herdsmen or shepherds.

The surname Hierons is found in various regions across the United Kingdom, particularly in England. The first recorded instance of the surname Hierons dates back to the early 16th century.

Over the centuries, the Hierons family has likely branched out and diversified, with descendants possibly pursuing various occupations and settling in different parts of the country and beyond.

Today, the surname Hierons remains a relatively uncommon but distinct and identifiable name within the British population, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and heritage.

There are approximately 214 people named Hierons in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Hierons.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • Jeffrey
  • John
  • Nigel
  • Philip
  • Ricky
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Stuart
  • Warren

Female

  • Clare
  • June
  • Karen
  • Kathleen
  • Kelly
  • Lilian
  • Louise
  • Penelope
  • Rebecca
  • Zoe

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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