Hiscoe

Origin

Hiscoe is a surname of English origin. It is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name "Hisko" which was a diminutive form of names such as "Hugh" or "Hew". Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname Hiscoe as a hereditary family name.

Distribution

The surname Hiscoe is primarily found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England. It is most commonly concentrated in regions such as Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset. However, it can also be found in other parts of the country and has spread to other English-speaking regions around the world.

Meaning

The meaning of the surname Hiscoe is not definitively known, but it is likely to be derived from the personal name "Hisko" which may have had origins related to "mind" or "heart" in Old English.

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There are approximately 133 people named Hiscoe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hiscoe.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • Gary
  • Gordon
  • Harris
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Adele
  • Beverley
  • Elizabeth
  • Frances
  • Janice
  • Karen
  • Kirsty
  • Maureen
  • Sarah
  • Zoe

Similar and related surnames

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