HOTSON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Hotson

Hotson is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Hod" or "Hott," which means noble. The addition of "son" denotes "son of Hod" or "son of Hott."

Origin and Distribution

The surname Hotson is most commonly found in northern England and Scotland. It is believed to have originated in Yorkshire and spread to other parts of the UK over time. Variants of the name include Hodson and Hodgson.

Notable People

Notable individuals with the surname Hotson include:

John Hotson: An English author and historian known for his works on medieval England.
Mary Hotson: A Scottish painter recognized for her vivid landscape paintings.

Trivia

In the early Middle Ages, the Hotson family was known for their involvement in local politics and land ownership in northern England. Some branches of the family were also associated with the wool trade, a significant industry in the region during that period.

There are approximately 626 people named Hotson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Hotson.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Adam
Adrian
Christopher
David
Ian
Joe
John
Kristian
Marcus
Mark
Michael
Peter
Robert
Roger
Stephen

Female

Carol
Elaine
Elizabeth
Gemma
Joan
Julie
Karen
Kate
Katie
Nicola
Norma
Rachel

Similar and related surnames

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