Hignett

Hignett is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Hyghi", combined with the suffix "-ett", indicating "the son of Hyghi".

Historically, the Hignett surname has been most commonly found in the counties of Lancashire and Cheshire in the North West of England. It is likely that early bearers of the name were agricultural workers or landowners in these regions.

The distribution of the Hignett surname in the UK has been predominantly concentrated in the North West of England, with notable populations in areas such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Warrington.

Over the centuries, individuals bearing the Hignett surname have been known to have been involved in various occupations ranging from farming and trade to skilled crafts and professions.

The Hignett surname continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, reflecting the diverse diaspora of British families over time.

There are approximately 1,461 people named Hignett in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,453rd most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Hignett.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Kieran
  • Malcolm
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Lisa
  • Madeleine
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Rachel
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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