Hynd
Hynd Meaning & Origin
About Hynd
The surname Hynd is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Middle English word "hinde," meaning "a servant." It was originally used as a nickname for someone who worked as a servant or a farm laborer. Over time, the name evolved into a hereditary surname and has been passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Hynd can trace their ancestry back to these early Scottish servants and laborers.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Hynd is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Hynd: 267
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 72,771
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.09
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hynd 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 Hynd is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Hynd in Braille
Here's how to represent Hynd in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Hynd using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Hynd using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
