Hubber

Hubber is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word hūber, meaning "shoemaker." The surname Hubber is believed to have originated in the south-west of England and is most commonly found in Devon and Cornwall.

Individuals bearing the surname Hubber can trace their ancestry to medieval England, where surnames were adopted to differentiate between people with the same given name. The Hubber family may have been associated with the occupation of shoemaking or could have been based on a location or personal characteristic.

Over the centuries, the Hubber surname has spread beyond its original place of origin, and individuals bearing this name can now be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where British descendants have settled.

The Hubber family may have a rich history and diverse branches, each contributing to the tapestry of British society. The surname serves as a reminder of the country's heritage and the traditions that have shaped its people over the centuries.

There are approximately 162 people named Hubber in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hubber.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Brian
  • David
  • Gerald
  • Graham
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Mj
  • Paul
  • Russell
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Christine
  • Jane
  • Joanne
  • Laura
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Naomi
  • Patricia
  • Rachel
  • Susan

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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