Hodgson
Hodgson is a surname of English origin. It is a patronymic name formed from a given name such as Hodg or Hodge, with the suffix -son indicating “son of.” Over time, Hodgson has acquired several variant spellings, including Hodson and Hodgson (with minor phonetic variants in different regions). The name is historically associated with the north of England, but it is now found throughout the British Isles and in countries that experienced English-speaking immigration, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
The surname Hodgson is carried by many individuals across various fields, including sports, academia, politics, and
In genealogical and historical contexts, Hodgson can appear in parish records, census data, and local histories
See also Hodson (surname) for a closely related surname and notes on regional variations.