History quiz

Where did the surname Hinch originate?

Hinch is an English surname that likely originated from a location in England. The name is thought to be derived from the Old English words "hinch," meaning "hill" or "slope," and "inga," meaning "people of." Hinch may have referred to a person who lived on or near a hill or slope. The surname is also thought to be a variant of the surname Hincks, which is believed to have originated in Shropshire, England.