HOOK
Hook
Hook is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "hoc", meaning a sharp bend or angle. It is believed to have been an occupational surname for someone who lived by a bend in a river or road, or for a fisherman using a hook. The surname is primarily found in Southern England, particularly in counties such as Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire.
Notable Bearers:
- Sir Theodore Hook (1788-1841) - A versatile English writer and composer.
- James Hook (1746-1827) - A Welsh composer and organist known for his compositions and performances.
- Robert Hook (1635-1703) - An English natural philosopher, architect, and polymath who made significant contributions to various fields including physics, biology, and architecture.
The surname Hook is one that resonates with the English landscape and heritage, reflecting the diverse origins and occupations of those who bear it.
There are approximately 8,237 people named Hook in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,150th most common surname in Britain. Around 126 in a million people in Britain are named Hook.
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
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Carol
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joanne
- Julie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
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