HUMPLEBY
Humpleby
Humpleby is a rare surname of British origin, with connections to the Yorkshire region. The name is believed to have derived from the Old Norse name Hundplá", which consists of the elements hundr meaning "hound" and plá which means "play" or "sport."
The Humpleby surname is quite unique and may be traced back to medieval England. Individuals bearing this surname would have likely hailed from a family with ties to the Yorkshire area and could have been involved in various professions or activities during that time. Over the centuries, the surname may have undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, as is common with many surnames of ancient origin.
Genealogical research into the Humpleby surname may lead to uncovering interesting stories and historical connections, shedding light on the lives and occupations of individuals who carried this name in the past. Despite its rarity, the Humpleby surname continues to be a part of British heritage and serves as a reminder of the diverse history and culture of the Yorkshire region.
There are approximately 222 people named Humpleby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Humpleby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Geoff
- Graham
- Ian
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Ann
- Dawn
- Janet
- Joanne
- Joyce
- Laura
- Sarah
- Susan