About Hoston
The surname Hoston is of Scottish origin and is derived from the place name Houston, which is located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. The name Houston itself is believed to have originated from the Old English words "hoh" meaning "hill" and "tun" meaning "settlement," indicating that the surname Hoston likely referred to someone who lived in or near a settlement on a hill. Over time, variations of the surname Hoston have emerged, such as Huston and Houstoun.
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