Hollinworth

Hollinworth is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English words "holen" meaning holly tree and "worth" meaning an enclosure or settlement. The surname is primarily found in areas with historical Anglo-Saxon influence, particularly in the North of England.

The first recorded instance of the Hollinworth surname dates back to the early 13th century in Lancashire, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various regions in the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by descendants of the original bearers.

Individuals bearing the surname Hollinworth have been associated with a variety of professions and endeavours. Some notable historical figures with the surname include scholars, clergy members, and artisans. The name Hollinworth may also be found in records relating to local governance, land ownership, and other aspects of social history.

Today, individuals with the surname Hollinworth can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British descendants have settled. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its connection to the ancestral roots of the Hollinworth family.

There are approximately 159 people named Hollinworth in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hollinworth.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • David
  • Edward
  • James
  • John
  • Keith
  • Lee
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Nic
  • Nigel
  • Philip
  • Ross

Female

  • Amy
  • Caroline
  • Charlotte
  • Claire
  • Diane
  • Dorothy
  • Joanne
  • Margaret
  • Samantha
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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