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Hudd
Origin and Meaning
Hudd is an English surname of Old English origin. It is derived from the medieval given name Hudde, a diminutive form of the name Hugh, meaning "mind," "heart," or "spirit."
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Hudd is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom. It is most frequently found in regions of Yorkshire and the East Midlands.
Historical Significance
The Hudd surname has been recorded in historical documents dating back to the 13th century. Individuals bearing the surname have been noted for their involvement in various local trades, including agriculture, blacksmithing, and textiles.
Notable Individuals
Despite its rarity, the surname Hudd has produced several notable individuals throughout history. This includes artists, academics, and professionals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields.
Variants
Variants of the surname Hudd include Hud, Hudden, Huddy, and Hudston.
Typical given names associated with the Hudd surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Ben
- Christopher
- David
- Jeffery
- Marcus
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Joanne
- Karen
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- 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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There are approximately 1,450 people named Hudd in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,492nd most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Hudd.
Famous people named Hudd
- Roy Hudd - Entertainer
- Damien Hudd - Welsh rugby union and rugby league football player
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.