HILDRED
Hildred
Hildred is a surname of Old English origin, believed to have first originated in the east of England. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Hildred", which is composed of the elements "hild", meaning battle, and "rǣd", meaning counsel.
The surname Hildred is relatively rare but has a long history in England. It is typically found in Yorkshire and the surrounding regions, where it has been recorded in various forms over the centuries. Variants of the surname include Hildred, Hildreth, Hildrett, and Hilldred.
Individuals bearing the surname Hildred have been noted in historical records, with some family lines able to trace their ancestry back several generations. The name may have been associated with individuals who were involved in battles or who provided counsel or advice to others.
Today, the surname Hildred remains relatively uncommon but persists as a reminder of England's linguistic and historical heritage. It signifies a connection to the ancient Anglo-Saxon roots of the country and serves as a testament to the enduring nature of family names in British society.
There are approximately 437 people named Hildred in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Hildred.
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
- David
- Jeremy
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
- Trevor
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Angela
- Ann
- Emma
- Felicity
- Heather
- Lorna
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Susan