CHRISTISON

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Christison

Christison is a surname of British origin that traces its roots back to medieval times. The name likely derived from the given name "Christopher," which originated from Greek and means "bearer of Christ." The surname is patronymic, indicating descent from an ancestor named Christ — "son of Christ."

The Christison surname is most commonly found in Scotland, particularly in the counties of Fife, Midlothian, and Angus. The name spread to England and other parts of the British Isles over time.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Christison include Sir Robert Christison (1797–1882), a renowned Scottish toxicologist and physician, and Sir Andrew Christison (1879–1951), an Australian Army general.

The Christison surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its historical significance and familial heritage among British descendants.

There are approximately 591 people named Christison in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Christison.

Surname type: From given name or forename

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Charles
Colin
David
George
Gordon
James
John
Mark
Neil
Richard
Robert
William

Female

Elizabeth
Fiona
Gemma
Gillian
Janice
Jean
Jennifer
Katie
Margaret
Marjorie
Mary
Nicola
Patricia
Sandra
Valerie

Similar and related surnames

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