EMBERSON
Emberson
Emberson is a surname of English origin, believed to have its roots in the Middle Ages. The name is thought to derive from the Old English personal name "Aimery" or "Amery," which means "industrious" or "ruler." Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname "Emberson," which is now relatively rare.
Distribution and History
The surname Emberson can be found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in England. The name has historically been most commonly associated with the southern counties of England, such as Surrey and Sussex.
Notable People
1. John Emberson:
- A fictional character in the novel "The Last of the Embersons," written by Peter S. Beagle.
2. The Emberson Family:
- A prominent family in Sussex with significant contributions to the local community during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants
Variants of the surname Emberson include Emerson and Emmerson, which are also common in the United Kingdom.
Overall, the surname Emberson carries the rich history and heritage of the English people and continues to be passed down through generations as a proud family name.
There are approximately 745 people named Emberson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,256th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Emberson.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Keith
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
Female
- Alison
- Eleanor
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Katharine
- Kerry
- Louise
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria