Hixon (surname)

Hixon is a surname of English origin. It is generally considered to be a locational surname, derived from a place name.

Origin and Meaning:

The name "Hixon" is believed to originate from the village of Hixon in Staffordshire, England. The place name itself is thought to derive from the Old English words "hocc," meaning "mallow" or "hollyhock," and "tun," meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." Therefore, Hixon originally meant "settlement where mallows grow."

Distribution:

The surname Hixon is most common in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Notable People with the Surname:

• Examples of notable people bearing the surname Hixon may exist, though providing a comprehensive list here would require ongoing maintenance to ensure accuracy and relevance.

Variations:

• Hixson

Related Surnames:

• Hicks
• Hickson