Hathaway
Meaning of Hathaway
Hathaway, pronounced HATH-uh-way (/ˈhæθəweɪ/), derives from the Old English elements hǣth “heath” and weg “way,” originally signifying a pathway through a heathland enclosure; over time it evolved into a recognized surname within Anglo-American contexts and has subsequently been adopted as a feminine given name. Its onomastic appeal is reinforced by its association with notable figures—most prominently the Elizabethan Anne Hathaway, wife of William Shakespeare, and the contemporary actress Anne Hathaway—thus lending the name a reserved cultural gravitas. Examination of Social Security Administration data for newborn females in the United States between 2016 and 2024 shows that Hathaway has recorded between 5 and 14 annual occurrences, with popularity ranks consistently oscillating within the 933–956 range, a pattern indicative of its stature as a distinctive yet attainable choice in the modern naming landscape.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as HATH-uh-way (/ˈhæθəweɪ/)
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