HOULTBY
Houltby
Houltby is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the county of Yorkshire, England. The name is believed to be locational, derived from the village of Houltby near Scarborough in North Yorkshire.
Etymology:
The name Houltby is thought to have evolved from the Old Norse name "Halmi" meaning 'the secluded farmstead'.
Distribution:
Historically, the surname Houltby has been most commonly found in Yorkshire, particularly in and around the village of Houltby. Over time, individuals with the surname Houltby have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and overseas.
Notable Individuals:
- Howard Houltby (1912–1995) - English cricketer who played for Yorkshire in the 1930s.
- Elizabeth Houltby (author) - Victorian-era novelist and social reformer.
Variants:
Variants of the surname Houltby include Holtby and Houlby.
The name Houltby has a rich history and continues to be borne by individuals across the globe who can trace their roots back to Yorkshire, England.
There are approximately 131 people named Houltby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Houltby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Benjamin
- Daniel
- David
- Graham
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Matthew
- Phil
- Simon
- Steve
- Steven
Female
- Anna
- Dawn
- Diane
- Fay
- Hilary
- Iris
- Jean
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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