Holgate

Holgate is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English name "hoh" meaning hollow or small valley, and "geat" meaning gate. The surname likely referred to someone who lived near a gate or entrance to a hollow or valley.

The Holgate surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Holgat, Holyate, and Holdgate. The name is primarily associated with the Yorkshire region of England, particularly in the city of York and its surrounding areas.

Individuals with the surname Holgate have been present in British history, with records showing Holgates engaged in various professions and activities over the centuries, including agriculture, trade, and military service. The name has also spread beyond Yorkshire to other parts of the UK and the world through migration and settlement.

Today, the surname Holgate continues to be found in Britain and in countries with British diaspora populations. It remains a reminder of the historical roots and the diverse heritage of the British people.

There are approximately 3,204 people named Holgate in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,836th most common surname in Britain. Around 49 in a million people in Britain are named Holgate.

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

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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