Billson
Billson is a surname of English origin, which is derived from the Middle English personal name "Bille." The name is believed to have been used as a nickname for someone who displayed a determined or resolute nature. The suffix "-son" is a common English surname component indicating "son of."

The Billson family name has various distribution centres in the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations found in the Midlands, particularly in the counties of Leicestershire and Warwickshire. Over time, the surname may have undergone variations in spelling, including Billison and Bylson.

Individuals bearing the surname Billson have been recorded in various historical documents and registers, indicating the surname's long-standing usage within British society. The name has likely been passed down through generations, preserving familial ties and heritage.

Today, descendants of the Billson family can be found across different regions of the United Kingdom and possibly in other parts of the world. The surname continues to be a part of British genealogy and serves as a reminder of the ancestral roots and history of the bearers.

There are approximately 797 people named Billson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,798th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Billson.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Frank
  • Garry
  • Gary
  • John
  • Lawrence
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Robert

Female

  • Charlotte
  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Joan
  • Joanne
  • Kathleen
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Verity

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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