Hoppen

Origin
The surname Hoppen is of English origin, deriving from the Old English word "hop," which referred to a small enclosed valley or a piece of enclosed land. The name likely denoted someone who lived near such a geographic feature or was associated with a place named Hoppen.

Variants
Variants of the surname Hoppen may include Hoppin, Hopping, or Hopson.

Distribution
The surname Hoppen is relatively rare and primarily found in certain regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in England. It may also be found among British diaspora communities around the world.

Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Hoppen include:

  • Billy Hoppen (b. 1952) - British author and journalist known for his works on British history.
  • Sarah Hoppen (b. 1970) - British interior designer renowned for her elegant and sophisticated design style.

There are approximately 55 people named Hoppen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Hoppen.

Typical given names associated with the surname

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Similar and related surnames

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