Hopkins

Hopkins refers to several individuals, institutions, and places, primarily in the United States. It is most commonly associated with Johns Hopkins, a entrepreneur and philanthropist, and his sons.

Johns Hopkins (1795-1873) was a SELF-MADE millionaire who amassed a large fortune through successful ventures in the Baltimore city gas light company and the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Company. Upon his death, he left a significant portion of his estate to found various institutions, including Johns Hopkins University, Johns Hopkins Hospital, and other charitable organizations.

Johns Hopkins University is one of the most prestigious private research universities in the United States. It was founded in 1876 and is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The university is consistently ranked among the top universities globally and offers a wide range of academic programs in fields like engineering, medicine, and the arts.

The Johns Hopkins Hospital is also a major teaching hospital and research center. It was founded in 1889 and is one of the largest and most respected hospitals in the United States. It has a long history of innovation in medical research and patient care.

In addition to the university and hospital, there are also several other places named Hopkins in the United States, including cities, towns, and counties. For example, Hopkins, Minnesota, and Hopkins, South Carolina, are small cities in their respective states.

The surname Hopkins is also of English origin and dates back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old English words "hobop" or "hoban," meaning "one who lives near a hollow or a valley." The surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Hopkins, Hopkin, and Hobbs.