HUCKLESBY
Hucklesby
Hucklesby is an English surname of toponymic origin, deriving from the village of Hucklesby in the county of Lincolnshire. The village is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Huchesbi", with the second element "by" indicating a settlement or village, and the first element likely deriving from an Old Norse personal name such as "Huk" or "Huki".
The surname Hucklesby is relatively rare, with most bearers of the name being found in the Lincolnshire area and its surrounding regions. Variants of the name can include Hucklesby, Huxelby, and Huxby.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Hucklesby dates back to the early 17th century in Lincolnshire, indicating its longstanding presence in the region. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have been involved in various professions, including agriculture, trade, and other occupations typical of rural communities.
Today, individuals with the surname Hucklesby can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in countries with historical ties to the British Empire. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to the village of Hucklesby and its rich history in Lincolnshire.
Overall, the surname Hucklesby serves as a reminder of the ancestral roots and geographical connections that have shaped the identities of families bearing this distinguished British name.
There are approximately 219 people named Hucklesby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Hucklesby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- James
- Jason
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Donna
- Emma
- Helen
- Katherine
- Linda
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Paula
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Sophie
Similar and related surnames
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