HORDLE
Hordle
Hordle is an English surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English word "horh" meaning dirty or muddy, and "hyll" which translates to hill. This suggests that the surname may have been originally used to describe someone who lived near a muddy or dirty hill.
The earliest recorded instances of the surname Hordle can be found in historical documents such as census records, parish registers, and manorial rolls. These records indicate that the surname was most commonly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in Hampshire and the surrounding areas.
Over the centuries, the Hordle surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and even beyond, with individuals bearing this surname residing in various countries around the world. Like many surnames of British origin, Hordle may have undergone spelling variations over time due to factors such as illiteracy and regional accents.
Today, the surname Hordle is relatively rare, with only a small number of individuals carrying this name. However, those who do bear the surname may feel a sense of connection to their ancestral roots and take pride in preserving a piece of British history through their family name.
There are approximately 108 people named Hordle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hordle.
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