About Hopkinson
The surname Hopkinson is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Hobbe" or "Hob," which was a diminutive form of Robert, combined with the suffix "-kin," meaning "little." The name Hopkinson therefore translates to "son of little Hob" or "son of little Robert." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of a person named Hob or Robert. The name Hopkinson is relatively rare and is mainly found in the northern regions of England.
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The surname Hopkinson is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hopkinson based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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