HOGGETT
Hoggett
Hoggett is a surname of English origin, commonly found in the United Kingdom. The name is believed to derive from the Middle English word "hogget," which referred to a young sheep, particularly a year-old lamb. It is likely that the surname was originally bestowed as an occupational name for someone who worked as a shepherd or had some connection to sheep farming.
The distribution of the surname Hoggett is relatively concentrated in certain regions of England, particularly in areas historically associated with sheep farming and agriculture. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Hoggett have dispersed to various parts of the country and beyond, contributing to the diaspora of the name.
Famous individuals with the surname Hoggett include notable figures in various fields such as academia, arts, and sports. The Hoggett family name has thus made significant contributions to British culture and society over the years.
The Hoggett surname embodies a sense of tradition and heritage, reflecting England's historical ties to agriculture and rural life. Today, individuals with the surname Hoggett can be found across the globe, carrying on the legacy of their ancestors and maintaining a connection to their British roots.
There are approximately 696 people named Hoggett in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,739th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Hoggett.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Lee
- Michael
- Mike
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Ronald
- Simon
Female
- Amanda
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Jennifer
- Linda
- Mary
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Susan