Hynton: Last Name and Heraldic Notes

Hynton is a familiar spelling of the English name Hinton. The name is usually explained as “Monastery farm, or high farm”.

Family crest and blazon

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Hinton surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

How the spelling arose

Hynton writes “y” in place of the “i” found in Hinton, a common scribal difference. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. You may also find the name written Henton.

For the full story, order the Hynton surname pack.