Hindson

Hindson is a distinguished surname of English origin that holds significant historical and genealogical importance. The surname is derived from the personal name "Hynes", which in turn comes from the medieval given name "Hew", an agricultural term referring to hay.

The Hindson surname is predominantly found in Northern England, especially in the counties of Yorkshire and Cumberland. Variants of the surname include Hindeson and Hinson. The name likely originated from a person’s occupation, potentially someone involved in haymaking or a location known for such activity.

Individuals bearing the Hindson surname have made notable contributions across various fields throughout history. Family records indicate that the Hindsons were skilled tradesmen, farmers, and landowners.

The Hindson surname has stood the test of time, and its lineage continues to be a point of interest for historians and genealogists alike. Through historical documentation and records, the rich legacy of the Hindson family name endures as a part of British heritage.

There are approximately 1,077 people named Hindson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,977th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Hindson.

Surname type: From name of parent

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
  • Christopher
  • David
  • George
  • James
  • John
  • Martyn
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Thomas

Female

  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Karen
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Moira
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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