HILLMAN
Hillman
Hillman is a British surname of English origin, typically derived from the Old English words hyll meaning "hill" and mann meaning "man". The surname likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived on or near a hill.
Notable individuals
- Lawrence Hillman (1899-1970): British composer and conductor known for his contributions to classical music.
- Sophie Hillman (b. 1985): British painter renowned for her vibrant and expressionistic artworks.
- David Hillman (1920-2005): Noted British photographer recognised for his iconic images capturing British life in the mid-20th century.
Distribution
The surname Hillman is most prevalent in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire. It has also been documented in Scotland and Wales, often as a result of migration.
Variants
Variants of the surname Hillman include Hill, Hills, Hiller, and Hilliard.
References
- The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, edited by Patrick Hanks, Richard Coates, and Peter McClure. Oxford University Press, 2016.
- Smith, E.G. The Surnames of Scotland: Their Origin, Meaning, and History. Genealogical Publishing Co., 1999.
There are approximately 5,958 people named Hillman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,592nd most common surname in Britain. Around 91 in a million people in Britain are named Hillman.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Julie
- Karen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.