Hull - Last Names

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Hull

/hʌl/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the town of Hull

Represents a connection to place, ancestry, and geographic identity, symbolizing rootedness and historical continuity.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, origin, and a sense of belonging to a specific location. It also subtly evokes nautical imagery due to the word 'hull' in ship terminology.

Etymology: Derived from the Old English 'hulu' or 'hol', meaning 'corner' or 'recess', referring to the geographical position of Kingston upon Hull at the confluence of the River Hull and the Humber Estuary. The name evolved as a locational surname for those who came from that area.

Style & Origin

traditional

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, Hull is a toponymic surname historically linked to the city of Kingston upon

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