Hynds
Hynds Meaning & Origin
About Hynds
The surname Hynds is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old Norse personal name Hjǫrundr, meaning "sword-wolf." Over time, this name evolved into various forms, including Hynd, Hinds, and Hynds. The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who was fierce or brave like a wolf, or it could have been a name given to someone who had a connection with wolves or the wolf symbol. Today, individuals with the surname Hynds can be found across the world, particularly in Scotland and other English-speaking countries.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Hynds is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Hynds: 677
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 33,645
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.23
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hynds 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 Hynds is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Hynds in Braille
Here's how to represent Hynds in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Hynds using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Hynds using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
