HIGGINBOTTOM
Also recorded as Higgin Bottom
Higginbottom
Higginbottom is a surname of English origin with deep roots in the northwestern region of England. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Hicga," meaning fighter, and "bodan," meaning message. The surname is believed to have originated in the county of Cheshire, particularly around the town of Buxton.
Origins and History
The Higginbottom surname is thought to have been first recorded in the 13th century, with the family establishing themselves as landowners and farmers in the Cheshire area. Over the centuries, the name spread to neighbouring counties such as Derbyshire and Lancashire, where various branches of the family settled.
Notable Individuals
1. John Higginbottom (1750–1803): An influential industrialist and philanthropist known for his contributions to the textile industry in Manchester.
2. Sarah Ann Higginbottom (1834–1907): A prominent suffragette and women's rights advocate who campaigned for the right to vote in the late 19th century.
Variants
Variants of the Higginbottom surname include Higginbotham, Higginson, and Higginbottam.
Modern Distribution
Today, individuals with the Higginbottom surname can be found not only in the United Kingdom but also in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, reflecting the historical migrations of the British population.
References
- "The Surnames of England and Wales" by A. D. Mills
- "The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland" by Patrick Hanks, Richard Coates, Peter McClure
There are approximately 2,137 people named Higginbottom in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,968th most common surname in Britain. Around 33 in a million people in Britain are named Higginbottom.
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
- Simon
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Julie
- Laura
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rachel
- Sandra
- Susan
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