HIGTON
Higton
Higton is a surname of English origin derived from the Old English personal name "Hig" combined with the suffix "ton," meaning settlement or town. The name is primarily found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Staffordshire and the surrounding areas.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Higton dates back to the 13th century in Staffordshire, where the Higton family held land and wielded influence. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of England as people migrated for work or settlement.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Higton have made contributions in various fields, such as academics, arts, and business. The Higton family name has continued to be passed down through generations, signifying a strong sense of heritage and ancestry among its bearers.
Today, individuals with the surname Higton can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where descendants of the original Higton families have settled. The name continues to be a symbol of English ancestry and lineage, connecting present-day bearers to their historical roots in the West Midlands region.
There are approximately 643 people named Higton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Higton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Graham
- Ian
- James
- Jason
- John
- Jonathan
- Paul
- Peter
- Phillip
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Charlotte
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Esther
- Jessica
- Joanne
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah