Parkhurst

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Meaning

A wooded hill or elevated area associated with a park.

Etymology

Combines 'park' (enclosed hunting ground) with 'hurst' (Old English for wooded hill or wood). The surname likely originated from a specific location in England bearing this name.

About the Parkhurst Surname

Parkhurst is a locational surname derived from places in England, most notably in the Isle of Wight. The name remains relatively uncommon outside its regions of origin.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 15,000 bearers in the United States #908 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in England and English-speaking countries, with concentrations in the southern regions.

Parkhurst Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

Parkhurst Prison is a notable institution though specific surname bearers are less documented.

People with the Parkhurst Surname

Anna Z. Parkhurst