Husselbee

Husselbee is a British surname believed to have originated from the North West of England, particularly in the counties of Lancashire and Cheshire. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origins, with the prefix 'Hussel' thought to mean 'hazel' and the suffix 'bee' referring to 'dweller' or 'keeper'. Therefore, the name likely signifies a person who lived by or took care of hazel trees.

The Husselbee surname is relatively rare and may have variations in its spelling, such as Hesselbee or Huzzelbee. Families with this surname can be traced back several centuries in local parish records, indicating a long-standing presence in the region.

Over time, individuals bearing the Husselbee surname have diversified and spread to other parts of the UK and even internationally. Today, the Husselbee name can be found in various English-speaking countries, with descendants retaining a connection to their British roots.

In contemporary times, those with the Husselbee surname may have pursued various occupations and professions, reflecting the diverse paths taken by modern-day descendants of this historic British family name.

There are approximately 273 people named Husselbee in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Husselbee.

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
  • Brian
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Kenneth
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Thomas

Female

  • Alison
  • Carol
  • Claire
  • Donna
  • Dorothy
  • Eileen
  • Emma
  • Gillian
  • Joan
  • Joyce
  • Kate
  • Laura
  • Nicola
  • 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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