About Hosack
The surname Hosack is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic personal name "Oiseach," meaning "choice" or "select." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was considered exceptional or outstanding. Over time, the name evolved into various spellings, including Hosack, Hossack, and Hossick. Today, individuals with the surname Hosack can be found primarily in Scotland and the United States.
The surname Hosack is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hosack based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Hosack is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Hosack in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hosack using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.