What does the surname Hazelton mean?

The surname Hazelton means "Settlement or town associated with hazel trees.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Hazelton surname?

There are approximately 3,200 people with the surname Hazelton in the United States.

Are there Hazelton soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 150 soldiers with the Hazelton surname appear in Civil War records.

Hazelton

Topographic

Meaning

Settlement or town associated with hazel trees.

Etymology

Combines 'hazel' from Old English 'hæsel' with the Old English suffix '-ton' meaning settlement or farmstead. This formation became common for place names in medieval England.

About the Hazelton Surname

A locative surname derived from places named Hazelton in England, indicating ancestral origin from such settlements. The name became hereditary as families adopted their place of origin as a surname.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,200 bearers in the United States #2,218 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and North America, particularly in regions with English settlement.

Hazelton Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hazelton Surname

Mr. Hazelton

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 12th century
Estimated Bearers: 3,200

War Records

150 soldiers with the Hazelton surname found in Civil War records.

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