What does the surname Hopson mean?

The surname Hopson means "Son of Hop, a personal name or nickname.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Hopson surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Hopson in the United States.

Are there Hopson soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 212 soldiers with the Hopson surname appear in Civil War records.

Hopson

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Hop, a personal name or nickname.

Etymology

Formed from the personal name Hop with the patronymic suffix '-son'. Hop itself may derive from Old English or be a nickname for someone associated with hops.

About the Hopson Surname

An English patronymic surname indicating descent from a person named Hop. The name has maintained relatively modest frequency throughout English-speaking regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in England and English-speaking countries.

Hopson Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hopson Surname

Howard Hopson

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 14th century
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

212 soldiers with the Hopson surname found in Civil War records.

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