Surname Hansken - Meaning and Origin

Hansken: What does the surname Hansken mean?

The last name Hansken is believed to be a variant of the Dutch surname Hanskens (which is itself a patronymic surname meaning "son of Hans"), derived from the personal name Hans which was the form used in German, Dutch, and Scandinavian languages of Johannes, the Latin form of the Greek name Iōánnēs, meaning "Yahweh is gracious".

Hansken is a rare surname, found primarily in the Netherlands, Germany, and the United States. It is believed to be an occupational surname, referring to a knitter or glover, derived from the Old Dutch terms hansk or hansken, referring to a glove made of felt cloth.

While the origins of the name Hansken are uncertain, it is clear that the surname made its way to the United States sometime in the 19th century, as records indicate that several Hansken immigrants came to the U.S. in the 1840s.

Today, the Hansken surname is found in many English speaking countries, which may indicate a later emigration from the Netherlands during World War II, or simply signify that the Hansken family spread out from their original nation of origin throughout the subsequent decades.

Hansken: Where does the name Hansken come from?

Hansken is a Dutch patronymic surname. The Hansken surname is most commonly found in the Netherlands, where it has been around since at least the 16th century, and is found all over most of the country in modern times. It is also found in small numbers in Belgium, Germany, French-speaking areas of Luxembourg, and other Germanic countries.

There are also some Hansken families living in Canada, Australia, and the United States, though the exact origin of these families is uncertain. Americans with the last name Hansken often come from Dutch ancestry, as the Netherlands has historically had a large population of Dutch settlers and expatriates in the United States.

The Hansken surname is quite rare in the world today; according to WorldNames PublicProfiler, only 33 people in the Netherlands and 44 people around the world bear the surname. While it is not as common as other surnames, such as Smith or Miller, Hansken is still a recognizable name in Dutch-speaking countries, and is proud to be passed on to future generations.

Variations of the surname Hansken

Hansken is a habitational name, derived from the Lower German word “hanske,” meaning “small house.” The surname is associated with various locales in northern Germany and the Netherlands, including Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany, and Drenthe in the Netherlands.

Variants of the surname Hansken include Hanske, Hanskee, Hensken, Henske, Henskee, Hansker, Hensker, Henskers, Hanskar, Henskar, and Henskers. Other spelling variants include Hynsken, Haensken, Haenske, Haenskee, Haensker, Haenskers, Henksen, Henkske, Henkskee, Henksker, and Henkskers.

The Dutch version of Hansken is Hanse. Surnames commonly found among Dutch citizens with the Hanse surname include Hense, Henskens, Henskhaus, Hensen, Henseling, and Hensor.

The German equivalent of Hansken is Hanske. Surnames commonly associated with Germans with the Hanske surname include Hensler, Hensbergen, Henschke, and Henschauer.

In Belgium, the Hansken surname is more commonly found as Anson. Common surnames of those with the Belgian version of the surname Anson include Ansen, Ansens, Anzen, and Anzings.

Famous people with the name Hansken

• Willem de Hansken (1571-1600): Dutch fighter and folk hero. He is best known for his role in the Dutch Revolt, fighting against the Spanish for Dutch independence.
• Matti Hansken (1907-1978): Finnish athlete and track and field Olympian. He was the first Finn to win two gold medals at a single Olympic Games (1928, Amsterdam).
• Antoon van Hansken (1741-1803): Dutch painter. Van Hansken was an important influence in the transformation of Dutch landscape painting. His works often feature realistic depictions of everyday rural life.
• John Hansken (1940-1989): American actor and voice actor. He is best remembered for his performance in the lead role of “Pops” in the television series, “The Electric Company.”
• Don Hansken (1945-1975): American astronaut. Hansken was part of the Apollo 14 mission and an integral part of the team responsible for returning the first sets of lunar rocks to Earth.
• Samson Hansken (1608-1667): Dutch philosopher. He wrote extensively on moral philosophy, including his influential treatise, “Philosophiae Pathemata” (Philosophical Problems).
• Lawrence Hansken (1962-present): American artist. Hansken is best known for his abstract pieces which focus on nature, light, and shadow. His art is held in several major museums and galleries.
• Josine Hansken (1891-1982): Dutch author and playwright. Hansken wrote several plays which examined women’s roles in society, as well as her own experiences during World War II.
• Emmylou Hansken (1935-present): Canadian singer and recording artist. She is well-known for her work with some of the most iconic musicians of the 1960s and 1970s.
• Inge Hansken (1947-present): Dutch windsurfing champion and Olympic gold medallist in the 1984 games. She was the first female Dutch athlete to win an Olympic medal.

Other surnames

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