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Hazelrigg Surname Meaning

English (Leicestershire): habitational name from any of the places in northern England called Hazelrigg (Lancashire, Cumberland, Northumberland) named with Old Norse hesli ‘hazel’ or Old English hæsel ‘hazel’.

These locations are characterized by their distinctive names, which reflect the linguistic and cultural influences of the regions.

The etymology of the name combines elements from both the Old Norse and Old English languages, showcasing the rich history of the area.

In particular, the word hryggr meaning ‘ridge’ suggests a geographical feature that is significant to the naming of these places.

This highlights how the natural landscape has played an important role in place-naming practices throughout history.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Hazelrigg families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hazelrigg family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Hazelrigg families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 8 Hazelrigg families living in Leicestershire. This was about 89% of all the recorded Hazelrigg's in United Kingdom. Leicestershire had the highest population of Hazelrigg families in 1891.
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What did your Hazelrigg ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Hazelrigg. 100% of Hazelrigg women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Passenger Lists

There are 251 immigration records available for the last name Hazelrigg. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 668 military records available for the last name Hazelrigg. For the veterans among your Hazelrigg ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hazelrigg lifespan?

Between 1954 and 2004, in the United States, Hazelrigg life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1959, and highest in 1963. The average life expectancy for Hazelrigg in 1954 was 52, and 82 in 2004.

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