Hodgetts

The surname Hodgetts has its origins in England, specifically in the region of Staffordshire. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Hodge", a diminutive of "Roger" or "Richard", combined with the word "tun", meaning enclosure or settlement.

The Hodgetts family is believed to have been established in the Staffordshire area for centuries, with records dating back to the medieval period. The surname has seen various spelling variations over time, including Hodget, Hodgett, and Hodge.

The Hodgetts family name is associated with individuals who were typically agricultural workers or landowners in the Staffordshire countryside. Over the years, members of the Hodgetts family have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to various professions and industries.

Today, the surname Hodgetts is relatively uncommon, but it still retains its historical significance and links to the Staffordshire region of England. Members of the Hodgetts family continue to carry on the legacy of their ancestors, preserving their heritage and connections to their roots.

There are approximately 3,408 people named Hodgetts in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,679th most common surname in Britain. Around 52 in a million people in Britain are named Hodgetts.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Colin
  • David
  • John
  • Malcolm
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Bg
  • Claire
  • Diane
  • Dorothy
  • Gillian
  • Jackie
  • Julie
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Shirley
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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