Cussons

Cussons is a surname of British origin, derived from the Middle English word "cousin," meaning a relative of the same generation. Surnames often evolved from occupations, locations, or personal characteristics, and Cussons may have originally indicated someone related by blood, a friend, or a companion.

The Cussons surname has been traced back to various regions across the United Kingdom, with concentrations found in counties such as Lancashire and Yorkshire. Individuals bearing the surname Cussons have been documented in historical records, including census data, parish registers, and other genealogical archives.

Throughout history, the Cussons family may have been involved in diverse occupations reflective of the times, such as agriculture, trade, or skilled crafts. As with many surnames, the meaning and significance of Cussons have likely evolved over generations, influenced by social, linguistic, and cultural changes.

Today, individuals with the surname Cussons can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to migration and globalisation. As with other surnames, the name Cussons may hold sentimental value for those who bear it, reflecting a shared heritage and familial connection to British history and tradition.

There are approximately 353 people named Cussons in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Cussons.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Arthur
  • Colin
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Ronald
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amanda
  • Angela
  • Deborah
  • Gillian
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Julie
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sarah

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