HUNTER
Hunter
Hunter is a common British surname that originated as an occupational name for someone who hunted game. The surname is of Old English or Old Norman origins, dating back to the medieval period. Hunters were skilled individuals who tracked and captured wild animals for food or sport.
The name Hunter has spread throughout the English-speaking world, with notable concentrations in England, Scotland, and Ireland. In the United Kingdom, the name is often associated with families who have a history of hunting or outdoor pursuits.
Famous individuals bearing the surname Hunter include John Hunter, a prominent Scottish surgeon and anatomist, and Rachel Hunter, a New Zealand model and actress.
Overall, the surname Hunter reflects a heritage of strength, skill, and a connection to the natural world.
There are approximately 56,523 people named Hunter in the UK. That makes it the 116th most common surname in Britain. Around 868 in a million people in Britain are named Hunter.
Surname type: Occupational name
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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