HOLLINSWORTH
Hollinsworth
Hollinsworth is an English surname of Old English origin, derived from the place name "Hollinsworth" in the county of Lancashire, England. The place name itself means "a fenced-off area by holly trees."
The surname Hollinsworth has variant spellings such as Hollingworth and Hollingworth, and is primarily found in the Lancashire and Yorkshire regions of England.
Throughout history, individuals carrying the surname Hollinsworth have been associated with various professions and occupations, including merchants, farmers, and artisans.
Notable bearers of the surname Hollinsworth include figures from diverse fields such as academia, business, sports, and the arts. This surname has also had a presence in the New World, particularly in areas settled by British immigrants.
The history and heritage of the surname Hollinsworth are a testament to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their enduring legacies.
There are approximately 184 people named Hollinsworth in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Hollinsworth.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Anthony
- David
- George
- Heath
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Thomas
- Trevor
- William
Female
- Caroline
- Claire
- Cynthia
- Emma
- Helen
- Hilary
- Irene
- Joan
- Lynn
- Margaret
- Marie
- Maureen
- Michelle
- Sadie
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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