HOLLEYMAN
Holleyman
Holleyman is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational, deriving from the settlement Holiman or Hollyman. The name is derived from the Old English words "hol," meaning hollow, and "mann," meaning man, referring to a person who lived near a hollow or basin.
The spelling variations of this surname include Holleyman, Hollyman, Holeman, and Hulman among others. The name is found predominantly in the southern counties of England, particularly in Hampshire, Sussex, and Surrey.
The Holleyman family name has a rich history, with documented records dating back to the early 17th century. Members of the Holleyman family have been recorded as landowners, farmers, and notable figures in various local communities.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Holleyman can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in regions with historical ties to English settlements.
The Holleyman surname reflects a connection to the English landscape and a legacy of familial traditions passed down through generations.
There are approximately 76 people named Holleyman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Holleyman.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ben
- Charles
- Ian
- James
- Keith
Female
- Deborah
- Mary
- Sonia
Similar and related surnames
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