HOPKIN
Hopkin
Hopkin is a surname of Welsh origin, derived from the personal name "Hopkin," a diminutive form of the name "Hopkin". It is a patronymic surname, meaning that it denotes "son of Hopkin".
The surname Hopkin has its roots in Wales, particularly in the area of Glamorgan. It is commonly found in Welsh-speaking regions and is prevalent among families with Welsh heritage.
The Hopkin surname has a long history and is associated with various notable individuals, including scholars, artists, and public figures. One of the most famous bearers of the Hopkin surname is the Welsh poet and priest Robert Stephen Hawker, known for his contributions to literature and the Church.
Over the centuries, the Hopkin surname has seen different variations in spelling, such as Hopkins or Hopkinson, due to regional and dialectal influences. The surname has spread beyond Wales and can be found in other English-speaking countries, especially those with Welsh immigrant populations.
Today, individuals with the surname Hopkin can be found in diverse professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society and carrying on the legacy of their Welsh ancestry.
There are approximately 2,245 people named Hopkin in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,828th most common surname in Britain. Around 34 in a million people in Britain are named Hopkin.
Surname type: Diminutive
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- William
Female
- Claire
- Denise
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Frances
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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