About Hively
The surname Hively is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Higel" or "Higelac," which means "battle" or "struggle." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was known for their fighting spirit or who had a combative nature. Over time, the name evolved into Hively and became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Hively can be found primarily in the United States.
The surname Hively is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hively 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 Hively in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hively using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.