BUSSON
Busson
The surname "Busson" is of English origin, deriving from an occupational name for a maker or seller of boxes or containers. This name is derived from the Middle English word "bo(u)x" or "buss", which means "box" or "container". The name could also refer to someone who worked as a cooper, crafting barrels or casks.
Origin
The surname Busson has its roots in medieval England, where it likely emerged as an occupational surname to identify individuals involved in the production or sale of boxes or containers.
Distribution
The surname Busson is relatively rare, with concentrations in certain parts of the United Kingdom. The majority of individuals bearing this surname can be found in England, particularly in regions with historical ties to the crafts and trades associated with box-making or cooperage.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Busson include:
- Arpad Busson: A French financier and philanthropist, known for his work in the world of finance and for his charitable contributions.
- Christian Busson: A renowned British artist specialising in abstract expressionism, known for his unique use of colour and texture in his works.
The surname "Busson" represents a connection to craftsmanship and trade in English history, reflecting the importance of skilled artisans in the development of society.
There are approximately 315 people named Busson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Busson.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- Darren
- David
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Tarquin
Female
- Amanda
- Anne
- Catherine
- Cecile
- Celine
- Edna
- Emma
- Gail
- Heidi
- Joanne
- Joyce
- June
- Karen
- Michelle
- Stephanie
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.