Find out how popular the last name Honeyghan is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Honeyghan.

Honeyghan, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Honeyghan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Honeyghan in America

Honeyghan is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Honeyghan surname appeared 128 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Honeyghan.

The history of the last name Honeyghan

The surname Honeyghan is believed to have originated in England, potentially during the late medieval period or the Renaissance era. It is thought to be derived from the Old English words "huni" and "garan," which translates to "honey maker" or "beekeeper." This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname, referring to individuals who were involved in the production or trade of honey.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Warwick, Warwickshire, dating back to the late 16th century. The entry mentions a John Honeyghan who was baptized in 1587. This suggests that the name was already in use and established in the region by that time.

In the 17th century, the Honeyghan surname appeared in various parts of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, with records indicating that families with this name resided in villages such as Tewkesbury and Evesham. These areas were historically known for their agricultural activities, including beekeeping, which further reinforces the potential occupational origin of the name.

During the 18th century, the Honeyghan name gained prominence in the county of Somerset, particularly in the town of Taunton. One notable figure from this period was William Honeyghan (1711-1789), a successful merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the local community.

In the 19th century, the Honeyghan family tree branched out to other parts of England, and the name can be found in records from cities like Bristol and London. Notably, John Honeyghan (1829-1901) was a respected clockmaker and watchmaker based in London, who contributed to the city's thriving horological industry.

Other notable individuals with the Honeyghan surname include Robert Honeyghan (1870-1945), a prominent lawyer and judge in Melbourne, Australia, and Mary Honeyghan (1892-1978), a Scottish author and poet who published several collections of poetry and children's books.

Throughout its history, the Honeyghan surname has maintained its distinct spelling, although variations such as Honeyghan, Honeygan, and Huneygan have been observed in some historical records. The name's enduring presence across various regions of England and its potential occupational origins make it a fascinating part of the country's onomastic heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Honeyghan

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Honeyghan.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Honeyghan was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Honeyghan was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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