HOYLE
Hoyle
Hoyle is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English name "Holegn," which means "holly tree." The surname is rooted in the Middle Ages and has been recorded in various spellings including Hoil, Hoole, and Hoyell.
The Hoyle family name is most commonly found in Northern England, particularly in Yorkshire. The name spread to other parts of England and beyond due to migration and trade. Notable individuals with the surname Hoyle include Sir Fred Hoyle, a famous English astronomer and mathematician known for his work on the Big Bang theory, and Michael Hoyle, a British sculptor.
As with many English surnames, variations in spelling often occurred over time. Families often adopted different spellings as they moved to new areas or as scribes recorded names phonetically. This has contributed to the variety of spellings of the surname Hoyle seen today.
In modern times, the surname Hoyle continues to be passed down through generations, and individuals bearing this name can be found in various professions and locations across the United Kingdom. It is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames that reflect the country's history and cultural heritage.
There are approximately 7,891 people named Hoyle in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,190th most common surname in Britain. Around 121 in a million people in Britain are named Hoyle.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria