Hillyard

Hillyard is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "hylle", meaning hill, and "geard", meaning enclosure or yard. It is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a hill or a hillside enclosure.

The surname Hillyard is predominantly found in the eastern counties of England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. Variants of the name include Hilliard and Hillyar.

Historically, individuals bearing the surname Hillyard have been recorded in various documents and registers dating back many centuries. The name has been associated with different occupations and social statuses over time, ranging from farmers and labourers to landowners and professionals.

Today, the surname Hillyard is relatively uncommon but can still be found among individuals of English descent, both in the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where migration has led to the dispersal of English surnames.

In conclusion, the surname Hillyard carries with it a rich history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period and is a testament to the enduring legacy of English surnames and their origins.

There are approximately 1,365 people named Hillyard in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,780th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Hillyard.

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

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Colin
  • David
  • Derek
  • John
  • Lee
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stuart

Female

  • Caroline
  • Catherine
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Jane
  • Julie
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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