HORNCASTLE
Horncastle
Horncastle is a surname of English origin that is mainly found in the United Kingdom. The name is locational in nature and originates from the market town of Horncastle in Lincolnshire, England.
Etymology and Meaning
The surname Horncastle is derived from the Old English words "horn", meaning horn, and "castel", meaning castle. The town of Horncastle itself is believed to have received its name from a castle that once stood there.
Distribution
The Horncastle surname is relatively uncommon, and those who bear it are likely to have ancestral ties to the Lincolnshire area or to have ancestors who lived in or around the town of Horncastle.
Notable Bearers
- David Horncastle: A British artist known for his innovative use of modern materials in traditional art forms.
- Jane Horncastle: A prominent conservationist and environmental activist based in the UK.
- Tom Horncastle: A renowned British chef and restaurateur specialising in traditional Lincolnshire cuisine.
There are approximately 633 people named Horncastle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Horncastle.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Duncan
- James
- John
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nick
- Peter
- Ronald
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Catherine
- Donna
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Jean
- Julie
- Linda
- Michelle
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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