HALBROOK (English) A variation of HOLBROOK, meaning 'hollow, sunken' + 'stream'. The name may have a Dutch connection in the name 'van Hoobroek'. It may also have a German connection, as several Americans of that name on the 1880 census said they were born in Oldenburg or Hanover, German. The first known bearers of the name in America were in Massachusetts in the 17th century. They came from Dundry, Somerset, England. Others came from Warrington, Lancashire to Maryland in the late 17th century. Source: A Dictionary of Surnames by Patrick Hanks and Flavia Hodges Barbara pat herff wrote: > I'm searching for Bolton family from England, Long family of Arkansas > and Halbrook family of Arkansas. Any help is appreciated. Thank-You > > ============================== > Create a FREE family website at MyFamily.com! > http://www.myfamily.com/banner.asp?ID=RWLIST2