HODDLE
Hoddle
Family Name: Hoddle
Origin: English
Meaning: The surname Hoddle is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Hodda" which means "a swarthy or dark complexioned person."
History: The Hoddle surname has a long history dating back to medieval England. The first recorded instance of the name appears in Kent, England in the 13th century. Over time, the surname spread throughout various regions of England.
Notable Individuals: One of the most famous individuals bearing the surname Hoddle is Glenn Hoddle, a former professional footballer and the manager of the England national football team in the late 1990s. Glenn Hoddle is renowned for his technical skill and vision as a player, and his contributions to English football both on and off the field.
Variants: Variants of the Hoddle surname include Hodle, Hoddell, and Hodell.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1995). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 103 people named Hoddle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hoddle.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Chris
- Steve
- Tim
- Timothy
Female
- Vanessa