EMSON
Emson
Emson is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval times. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the personal name "Emma" which means whole or universal. The addition of the suffix "-son" indicates "son of Emma," with "-son" being a common suffix in English surnames signifying "son of."
The Emson surname has been found mainly in regions across England, with a significant presence in East Anglia and the southern counties. The name has also evolved over time with variations such as Imson and Emsen.
Throughout history, bearers of the Emson surname have been involved in various occupations and professions typical of rural England, including farming, blacksmithing, and local trades.
Today, the Emson surname is still in use and can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom as well as in other countries where individuals from British descent have settled. The name continues to carry on a legacy of tradition and heritage for those who bear it.
There are approximately 759 people named Emson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,127th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Emson.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Nicholas
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Ann
- Carole
- Claire
- Helen
- Julie
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Sarah
- Susan
- Suzanne