HOCKTON
Hockton
Hockton is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Hocca," which means "hook" or "crook," combined with the suffix "-ton," indicating a settlement or town.
The earliest recorded instances of the Hockton surname date back to the 13th century in the county of Norfolk, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families as they migrated and settled in new areas.
Individuals bearing the surname Hockton have contributed to various fields, including business, academia, the arts, and more. The name has a long and diverse history, with different branches of the family likely having their own stories and achievements.
Today, the surname Hockton continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in other countries with ties to British history. Like many surnames, it serves as a link to the past, connecting individuals to their ancestors and heritage.
There are approximately 144 people named Hockton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hockton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Danny
- Dave
- David
- Grant
- John
- Leslie
- Mark
- Raymond
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Edwina
- Emma
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Laura
- Linda
- Patricia
- Stacey
- Tina
Similar and related surnames
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