Surname Hingerdell - Meaning and Origin

Hingerdell: What does the surname Hingerdell mean?

The surname Hingerdell is believed to be of German origin, and has a variety of possible meanings. It is thought that it may have been derived from the German word ‘hinger’, which means ‘heel’, implying that individuals bearing this name may have come from a long line of shoemakers or cobblers. Alternatively, the name may be a variation of the name ‘Hangard’, which is thought to have come from the German ‘hang-warden’, meaning a town or local guard or overseer.

In some cases, the surname could also be a variant of the last name ‘Hinger’ - which, again, has many possible meanings, but often links to places such as Hingere in Germany or Hungary. It is also possible that the name is derived from the Old High German word ‘hingrain’, meaning a boundary or limit.

Due to its various possible origins, the surname Hingerdell has a wide geographic spread, with individuals bearing the name found in several parts of the world, including Germany, Holland, England and even in the United States.

Hingerdell: Where does the name Hingerdell come from?

The last name Hingerdell is not very common today, but can still be found in many countries around the world. In the United States and Canada, the surname is most common in the Midwestern states and provinces of Ohio, Michigan, Illinois and Indiana, as well as in parts of northern New York. In the United Kingdom and Ireland, the name is most commonly found in London, as well as in the counties of Devon and Somerset in the south of England. Smaller numbers of Hingerdells also live in Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. In continental Europe, the name is most common in Sweden, where it is usually found in the capital city of Stockholm and surrounding areas. The name is also found in places such as Germany, France, Spain, and Italy. It is likely that the surname originated in Germany, and it is thought some branches of the family may even have immigrants to America from Sweden. Given the prominence of the surname in many places around the world, it is quite likely that many Hingerdells are descended from a single family.

Variations of the surname Hingerdell

The surname Hingerdell is derived from a combination of two Old English words, hingra meaning ‘pig’ and dæl meaning ‘valley’ or ‘dale’. This combination of words translates roughly to mean the ‘valley of the pigs’, and it likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived in such a valley.

The most common variant spelling for the surname is Hingardele, and this form is seen most often in records from medieval England. Other forms may include Hingardela, Hingardely, Hingerdale, Hingerdlie, and Hingerdell.

Surnames with similar origins and meanings include Hingdell, Hingdall, Hingdaul, Hangertle, Henfordell, Hiwritele, and Hilldell. These spellings are more rare and are not typically seen in English records.

In some cases, the surname may have changed spelling over time due to misinterpretation of the phonetics, misspelling, or as a result of immigration. Other surnames with similar meanings but different origins are Hangard, Hangerd, and Hangardell. These are derived from Old English words meaning ‘at the steep slope’ and ‘at the clearing in the wood’ respectively.

The surname Hingerdell is most commonly found in England, but can also be found in most countries in Europe, particularly in the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Famous people with the name Hingerdell

• Loretta Hingerdell: Former American professional women's basketball player
• Jonathan Hingerdell: American actor who is best known for his work on Netflix's One Day at A Time and I Am Not Okay With This
• Kristin Hingerdell: Singer/songwriter from Los Angeles, California with two albums to her name
• Claire Hingerdell: International figure skater from Oregon, competition record holder at the Silver and International levels
• Dayle Hingerdell: Grammy Award winning songwriter and producer known for writing and producing songs for artists such as Katy Perry and Carrie Underwood
• Jeff Hingerdell: Retired professional ice hockey player from Canada
• Joe Hingerdell: Professional surfer from Southern California who won the 2016 World Tour Standings
• Rob Hingerdell: Cartoonist and graphic artist known for his work on books such as 'Tales of the Jade Sea' and 'Dawn of the Dead'
• Dave Hingerdell: American former Major League Baseball player
• Marlon Hingerdell: Professional bodybuilder and former IFBB Mr. Universe champion

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