HOPTROFF
Hoptroff
Hoptroff is a surname of British origin, deriving from Old English. The name is believed to have been a topographical surname, used to describe someone who lived near a hopped field or hop garden. The suffix "troff" may indicate a trough or container, potentially relating to the cultivation or storage of hops.
The first recorded instance of the surname Hoptroff dates back to the late 19th century in England. Over time, the name may have spread to other English-speaking countries as families migrated and settled.
Individuals bearing the surname Hoptroff may have a diverse range of ancestral backgrounds and family histories. Today, the name is relatively uncommon but contributes to the rich tapestry of British surnames.
Research into the origins and meaning of the surname Hoptroff continues to shed light on its significance within British genealogy and history.
There are approximately 159 people named Hoptroff in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hoptroff.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alistair
- Andrew
- David
- Derek
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Angela
- Barbara
- Erica
- Janet
- Joanne
- Kathleen
- Kimberley
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria