EMPSON
Empson
Empson is a surname of British origin. The name is believed to have its roots in medieval England, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
The surname Empson is of occupational origin, derived from the Old English word "ēam" meaning 'uncle', and the word "suna" which translates to 'son'. This suggests that the original bearer of the surname was likely the son of an uncle or someone closely associated with an uncle.
The Empson family name has been traced back to the 13th century in various historical records, indicating its long-standing presence in British history. The name has evolved over time with different spellings such as Empsoun, Empston, Emson, and Impson.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Empson include John Empson, a prominent English lawyer who served as Chief Justice of the Common Pleas in the late 15th century.
The surname Empson continues to be found among British families today, carrying with it a rich heritage and historical significance.
Typical given names associated with the Empson surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Amanda
- Claire
- Donna
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joan
- Linda
- Lisa
- Lynne
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 931 people named Empson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,788th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Empson.
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
Famous people named Empson
- William Empson - Literary critic and poet (1906 to 1984)
- Tameka Empson - Actress
- Derek Empson - Royal Navy admiral (1918 to 1997)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.