Hume - Last Names

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Hume

/hjuːm/

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Uncommon

Meaning

From the place name Home, meaning 'homestead' or 'village'.

Represents roots in land and ancestry, symbolizing belonging and heritage. As a philosophical surname, it also evokes inquiry, reason, and skepticism.

Symbolism

Embodies intellectualism, rational thought, and historical continuity. The name symbolizes a connection to Enlightenment values and critical thinking.

Etymology: Derived from the Old English 'hām', meaning 'homestead' or 'village', referring to the village of Home in southeastern Scotland. The name was originally spelled 'Home' but pronounced 'Hume' by some noble families, eventually becoming a distinct spelling.

Style & Origin

traditional

sophisticated

Cultural Background

Of Scottish origin, Hume is a territorial surname derived from the region of Home in Berwickshire. I

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