HOWDON
Howdon
Howdon is a locational surname of English origin that refers to a place in the northeast of England, specifically in North Tyneside. The name is derived from the Old English words "hoh" meaning hill and "dun" meaning hill. Therefore, Howdon likely referred to a hill settlement or a settlement near hills.
Historically, the surname Howdon indicated that the bearer was from or had some connection to the village of Howdon. It was common for people in England to adopt surnames based on their place of origin, occupation, or personal characteristics. As such, the surname Howdon is an example of a toponymic surname, reflecting the geographical heritage of the bearer.
Over time, the surname Howdon has been passed down through generations, and descendants bearing the name can be found not only in the North Tyneside region but also in other parts of the United Kingdom and around the world.
Today, the surname Howdon remains a part of British and English heritage, serving as a link to the historical roots of families who bear the name.
There are approximately 144 people named Howdon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Howdon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Danny
- David
- James
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Claire
- Clare
- Denize
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joan
- Julie
- Margery
- Marion
- Sarah