HUNGATE
Hungate
Hungate is a British surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words "hunga" meaning "gallows" and "gata" meaning "street" or "road". The name likely originated as a locational surname for someone who lived near or at a gallows street or road. The surname Hungate is found predominantly in the Yorkshire region of England.
Historically, the Hungate family was recorded in ancient chronicles and census records, indicating their presence in the British Isles for many centuries. Over time, the surname has evolved and diversified through immigration, emigration, and intermarriage.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Hungate have contributed to various fields, including academia, arts, politics, and business. Research into family history suggests that branches of the Hungate family have spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
The surname Hungate carries a sense of heritage and tradition, reflecting the rich history of the British Isles. Today, individuals with the surname Hungate can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, carrying on the legacy of their ancestors.
There are approximately 38 people named Hungate in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Hungate.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Mark
- Nicholas
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Claire
- Jean