Howgego

Howgego is a surname of English origin that is mainly found in the eastern counties of England, particularly in the county of Suffolk. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Hoga" and the word "eg," meaning island or prominent piece of land in a fen. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to describe someone living on or near a piece of land or island.

The Howgego surname has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Howgeo, Hoggo, and Hogo. The name is relatively rare and is not as common as some other English surnames. Individuals with the surname Howgego can be found in historical records such as parish registers, census data, and other genealogical sources, providing insights into their lives and movements.

Today, the Howgego surname may be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and abroad, as families have migrated and spread out over time. Like many surnames, the meaning and significance of Howgego have evolved and diversified as different branches of the family have developed and intermingled with other communities.

Overall, the surname Howgego is a unique and distinctive marker of English heritage, reflecting the local origins and history of the families who bear it.

There are approximately 273 people named Howgego in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Howgego.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Barry
  • David
  • James
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Raymond
  • Robert
  • Samuel
  • Thomas
  • Timothy
  • William

Female

  • Ann
  • Emma
  • Jean
  • Julia
  • Linda
  • Louise
  • Lucy
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Naomi
  • Nicola
  • Nj
  • Sharon

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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