HODSDON
Hodsdon
Hodsdon is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the southern region of the country. The name Hodsdon is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Hod" combined with the suffix "don," meaning hill. This suggests that the surname possibly denoted someone who lived near a hill frequented by a person named Hod.
The earliest documented record of the Hodsdon surname dates back to the 16th century in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Hodsdon have spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals with the surname Hodsdon have made contributions to various fields, from academia to the arts. The name Hodsdon is relatively uncommon, but individuals bearing this surname continue to carry on its legacy.
In contemporary times, the Hodsdon surname serves as a reminder of England's rich history and the diverse origins of its people.
There are approximately 247 people named Hodsdon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Hodsdon.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Christopher
- David
- Gary
- Graham
- Ian
- John
- Michael
- Mik
- Peter
- Philip
- Simon
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Betty
- Caroline
- Christine
- Doris
- Jacqueline
- Joan
- Julie
- Karen
- Katy
- Lesley
- Marilyn
- Michelle
- Sharon
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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