About Hiett
The surname Hiett is of English origin and is derived from the medieval personal name Higet, a diminutive form of the name Hugh. The name Hugh itself comes from the Old Germanic name "Hugo," meaning "heart," "mind," or "spirit." Over time, the surname Hiett evolved to represent a patronymic surname, indicating that the bearer was the son of someone named Higet or Hugh.
The surname Hiett is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hiett based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Hiett in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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