Hayler
| Origin | |
|---|---|
| Word/name | Old English, Anglo-Saxon |
| Meaning | derived from Adelard meaning "Noble Strength" |
| Region of origin |  England, Hampshire |
| Popularity | see popular names |
Hayler is an Old English surname, the Hayler surname has an English origin first found in Hampshire, between 450-510 AD. Early forms of the surname appeared during the early Anglo-Saxon and Medieval England period, in the then, Kingdom of Wessex. The surname has been in use for over 1600 years and is still in use to date, making it one of the oldest English surnames around.
Hayler surname history[edit]
Due to the Hayler surname existing throughout different periods of European history, The form and meaning of the surname has different variations for different times of history. The Old English surname has Anglo-Saxon, Viking Age, and Early Medieval England origins.
Before the end of the Anglo-Saxon era the English language had no fast system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations are commonly found in early Anglo-Saxon surnames. 'Hayler' is a surname with multiple different variations. (all variations are listed below)
The Hayler surname has personal characteristics, occupational and topographical meanings behind it.
Personal characteristics origin history[edit]
The first and original variation of the Anglo-Saxon surname Hayler, derived from the name Alard, which is an abbreviated form of the personal name Adelard. In today's language both of the Old English names translate as 'Noble Strength'.[1]
Occupational origin history[edit]
The English surname Hayler is of two distinct origins. In the first place it is of occupational origin, being derived from the trade or profession pursued by the original bearer. During the Middle Ages, it was common practice to add to the name of a person a second descriptive name for a better identification. It would indicate a father's name, place of birth, occupation, location or sometimes personal characteristics of the initial bearer.
In this instance, Hayler is derived from the Middle English "halien", meaning "to haul, transport", in turn derived from the old French term "haler" (to pull). This variant originated as an occupational name for 'haulier'.
Topographical origin history[edit]
Alternatively, the surname Hayler is of Locative origin, deriving from a geographic or man-made feature where or near which the initial bearer lived. Here, Hayler derives from the old English word "hale", a variation of "h(e)alh", meaning "nook, hollow or recess". In this case the name originated as a topographic name for someone who lived in a nook or hollow of land, i.e a remote valley or secluded spot. Thus the name is equivalent to the Middle English word 'atte hale' meaning '(dweller) at the nook'. This topographical term is particularly frequent in Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey and Kent.
Other variants
Additional origins of the surname Hayler derives from the words 'heall or halh' and means 'one who lives or works at the hall'. However, 'halh' itself has many different meanings and can refer to a noble's house or a corner of land, water, meadow or even a slope.
Over the years, many variations of the surname Hayler has been recorded, including Haylard, Haylord, Haylor, Highlord, Aylearde, Hayllar, Hayller, Ayler and many more.[2]
Family Seat[edit]
In the 11th Century, during the High Middle Ages and from very early times, The Hayler family held a Family seat in Hampshire for many centuries. Hampshire was where the Hayler surname first originated from. The Family seat position, granted their own Coat of arms.
There have been recordings of variants about the Hayler name, and it has been mentioned in the Domesday Book.[3] It is highly likely that it is evidence of the Hayler Family's Seat and residence in Hampshire which could show the historic connection of the family within the Hant's area.
(The word "caput" has also been mentioned in the Domesday Book. "Caput" is the earliest variation of the words 'Family Seat'.)
The Hayler Coat of Arms[edit]
The Hayler family have a personal and unique coat of arms. It is believed that the Heraldic coat of arms of the Hayler family was granted before the end of the 12th century.
Hayler Blazon of Arms[edit]
- Argent; three bars between ten fleurs-de-lis azure, three, three and one.
Translation[edit]
- Argent (white) signifies Peace and Sincerity.
- Azure (blue) signifies Loyalty and Truth.
- The Fleur-de-lis, highly regarded as an attribute of Royalty, signifies Faith, Wisdom and Valour.
Crest: An Argent shield with three Azure bars between ten Azure fleur-de-lis.
Origin: Hampshire, Kingdom of England.
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Other variant of Hayler coat of arms[edit]
In the 1884 Armorial général written by Johannes Baptista Rietstap (1828-1891), another coat of arms for the Hayler family is recorded on page 908. It is believed that the coat of arms mentioned in the Armorial général could be an older or updated version of the previous coat of arms for the Hayler Family.[4]
Hayler Blazon of Arms mentioned in the Armorial général.[edit]
- D'or à un oiseau d'azur, le vol levé, enveloppé de flammes de gu., et posé sur un ter- tre du sec. Cq. cour. C.: un oiseau d'azur, le vol levé, entre deux prob. d'or. L. d'or et d'azur.[4] (in French as mentioned in the book)
- Or to a bird Azure, the raised flight, enveloped in flames of red, and perched on a dry mound. court. C.: a bird of azure, the raised flight, between two prob. Golden. L. of gold and azure. (English translation)
The surname Hayler in the 21st century[edit]
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Today, Hayler is not a common surname. In England there are less than 1,800 people who bear the surname. Hayler can also be used as a first name, however this is not often seen. From 1880 to 2021 less than five people per year have been born with the first name Hayler.[5]
The surname has a highest density (population per capita) in the Isle of Man, however it is most prominently found in ex-Anglo Saxon locations, especially around Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey, Kent & Dorest within the United Kingdom.[6]
Namesakes[edit]
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One United States Navy warship was commissioned with the name Hayler. The Spruance-class destroyer officially known as the USS Hayler (DD-997) (1983-2003) was a US Navy destroyer named after Vice Admiral Robert W. Hayler of the United States Navy. USS Hayler was the last ship of her class.
The ship's motto "Courageous in Conflict" exemplifies the ardent professionalism and steadfast leadership that characterised Vice Admiral Hayler's career and now serves as the watchword to guide HAYLER sailors.[7]
Notable people with the Hayler surname[edit]
Notable people with the surname include:
- Richard Hayler, English CFO, International Valuation Standard Setter, Charity Board Member and former Expert Witness
- Damon Hayler (born 1976), Australian snowboarder
- Franz Hayler (1900–1972), German salesman
- Vice Admiral Robert W. Hayler, (1891-1980) Admiral, United States Navy (see namesakes above)
See also[edit]
- Huyler
- Allard
- Adelard
- Alard
- The Hayler coat of arms
- USS Hayler
- Vice Admiral Robert W. Hayler
References[edit]
- ^ "Surname Database: Hayler Last Name Origin". The Internet Surname Database. Retrieved 2023-07-17.
- ^ "Hayler Name Meaning, Family History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms". HouseOfNames. 2000-01-01. Retrieved 2023-07-17.
- ^ "Domesday Book - Knowledge Base, HouseofNames.com". www.houseofnames.com. Retrieved 2023-07-18.
- ^ a b Rietstap, Johannes Baptist (1884). Armorial général : précédé d'un dictionnaire des Termes du blason. Kelly - University of Toronto. Gouda : G. B. van Goor Zonen.
- ^ www.names.org, Names.org (2016). "Search". Names.org.
- ^ "Last name HAYLER: origin and meaning". Geneanet. Retrieved 2023-07-17.
- ^ "DD997_SEAL". 2001-06-08. Archived from the original on 2001-06-08. Retrieved 2023-07-17.
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