Huxhill
Early-attested site in the Parish of Weare Gifford
Historical Forms
- Hochesila 1086 DB
- Hokeshell 1256 FF
- Hokeshille 1313 Exon
- Hoxhull 1333 SR
Etymology
Probably 'Hōc 's hill' as suggested by Blomé (49), but as there is a well-marked spur of land here the first element may be OE hoc, 'hook.'