About Hirst
The surname Hirst is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "hyrst," which means a wooded hill or a wooded area. As a surname, Hirst likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or on a wooded hill. It could also have been an occupational name for someone who worked in or owned a wood or forest. Additionally, Hirst could have been a locational name for someone who hailed from a place named Hirst. Overall, the surname Hirst is associated with a connection to wooded areas or hills in England.
The surname Hirst is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hirst 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 Hirst in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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