George Hendric Houghton (February 1, 1820 – November 17, 1897) was an American Protestant Episcopal clergyman.

He was born in Deerfield, Massachusetts and graduated from New York University in 1842 and from the General Theological Seminary in 1845.

The story which explains the origin of this name is that actor George Holland having died, his friends requested one of the cities pastors to conduct the funeral services.

"[1] Houghton was distinguished for his activity in benevolent work and his skill in teaching Hebrew.

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