Hopton

Hopton is an English surname of locational origin, derived from several places having the Old English pre-7th-century elements "hop" meaning an enclosed valley and "tun," a settlement or farm. The places bearing this name are scattered throughout England, with notable Hopton villages located in Suffolk, Norfolk, Derbyshire, Shropshire, and Staffordshire.

The surname Hopton first appeared in historical records in the 13th century, with the Hopton family being recorded as landowners and local gentry. The Hopton name is also associated with military figures and notable persons in British history, including the Hopton family of Hopton Hall in Derbyshire, and Sir Ralph Hopton, a prominent Royalist commander during the English Civil War.

Over time, the surname Hopton has spread beyond its original locations and is found in different parts of the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where British settlers have migrated. The name continues to be borne by individuals of diverse backgrounds and professions, reflecting the rich history and geographical dispersion of the Hopton family.

There are approximately 1,465 people named Hopton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,444th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Hopton.

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
  • Mark
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Barbara
  • Carol
  • Caroline
  • Christine
  • Emma
  • Jane
  • Janet
  • Margaret
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Victoria
  • Yvonne

Similar and related surnames

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