HOPWOOD
Hopwood
Hopwood is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the region of Lancashire. The name is of locational origin, deriving from any of the various places named Hopwood, such as Hopwood in Greater Manchester and Worcestershire.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century in Lancashire, suggesting a long history of the name in the region. The name is believed to have originated from Old English, with "hop" referring to a small enclosed valley, and "wood" referring to a wood or forest, indicating a place name associated with a wooded valley.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Hopwood have been noted in various records and documents, indicating a presence in different parts of England. The name has also spread beyond the British Isles, particularly to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, as a result of migration.
Notable individuals with the surname Hopwood include British actress Maureen Hopwood and Australian cricketer Emily Hopwood. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, retaining its connection to the historical roots of the Hopwood family in England.
There are approximately 6,013 people named Hopwood in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,577th most common surname in Britain. Around 92 in a million people in Britain are named Hopwood.
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
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
Female
- Claire
- Emma
- Julie
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan