About Houchens
The surname Houchens is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Hoc," meaning "hook" or "crook." The addition of the patronymic suffix "-en" indicates "son of," thus making Houchens mean "son of Hoc." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who had a hooked or crooked physical feature or as a descriptive name for someone who used a hook or crook in their occupation. Over time, the surname Houchens has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.
The surname Houchens is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Houchens 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 Houchens in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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