HUNGER
Hunger
Hunger is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English word hongre, meaning "hungry" or "starved". The surname is thought to have originated as a nickname for a person who was often hungry or lean.
History:
The surname Hunger is recorded in various spellings such as Hungar, Hungor, and Henger, dating back to the 13th century in England. It is believed to have been used as a nickname to describe a person's character or physical appearance. Over time, the surname Hunger has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable Bearers:
- Friedrich August von der Marwitz-Hunger: A Prussian cavalry general during the Napoleonic Wars.
- Lucinda Hunger: A contemporary British novelist known for her works on historical fiction.
- Bartholomew Hunger: An English poet whose works focused on social justice and human rights.
Variants:
Variants of the surname Hunger include Henger, Hungar, and Hungor.
The surname Hunger is a unique and illustrious name that reflects the historical and cultural fabric of the British Isles.
There are approximately 41 people named Hunger in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Hunger.