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Origins of the Hawkins surname

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What does the name Hawkins mean?

The origin of the Hawkins surname is thought to be England. Most often, the name is patronymic and relates to someone who is the son or descendant of a 'Henry' or 'Harry', through the diminutive form of these names 'Hal'. Less commonly, it may refer to someone who comes originally from the town of Hawkinge in Kent.

Alternative variations of the name Hawkins

Hawkins, Hawkin, Hawkyn, Hawkyn, Howkins, Halkin, Halkins

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Where do most Hawkinses live?

In 1921, most Hawkinses lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Hawkinses

How common is your surname?

158th most common surname in the UK

We have 224,000 records for the Hawkins surname. The oldest one dates back to 1532.

Who were Hawkinses most likely to marry?

Smiths

&

Williamses

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What are the most common Hawkins first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Hawkinses

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Hawkinses in 1921
Dressmaker

903

Laundress

785

General Servant Domestic

589

Domestic Servant

585

General Servant

458

Common Male occupations for Hawkinses in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

1,246

General Labourer

1,005

Carpenter

736

Farm Labourer

717

Coal Miner

660

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