Hiscott

Hiscott is a surname of English origin. It is considered to be a locational surname, derived from a place name. The place name itself is believed to be derived from the Old English personal name "Hisa" combined with "cott," meaning "cottage" or "dwelling." Therefore, Hiscott likely denoted someone who lived at or near a cottage belonging to, or associated with, a person named Hisa.

Surnames of this type became common in England during the medieval period, as populations grew and it became necessary to distinguish individuals beyond their given names. The distribution of the surname is primarily found in regions of England.

Variations in spelling may include Hiscock, Hiscocks, Hiskott, and Hescott. The relative rarity of the surname suggests a localized origin and dispersal.