DANIELSON
Danielson
Danielson is a British surname that derives from the given name 'Daniel', meaning "God is my judge" in Hebrew. The suffix 'son' indicates 'son of', making Danielson a patronymic surname, signifying descent from someone named Daniel.
Origins and Distribution
The surname Danielson is of Anglo-Saxon origin, tracing back to medieval England. It is believed to have come into use as a surname during the late Middle Ages and has since spread to various English-speaking countries, particularly the United States and Canada.
Variants and Spellings
Variants of the Danielson surname include Daniels, Daniell, and Danes. Spellings may differ due to regional accents and historical variations in English orthography.
Notable People
- Emma Danielson (b. 1985): British author and historian.
- Nigel Danielson (1923–2009): Renowned British architect known for his contributions to modernist architecture.
- Sophie Danielson (b. 1990): British environmental activist and campaigner.
The Danielson surname continues to be borne by individuals across the globe, reflecting the enduring legacy of the historical figure or ancestor named Daniel.
There are approximately 149 people named Danielson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Danielson.
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
- Brian
- Carl
- Iain
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Raheem
- Richard
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Diana
- Gemma
- Heather
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Katharine
- Kerry
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Paula
- Rebecca
- Sheila