ENSOM
Ensom
Ensom is a surname of English origin. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "ensum," meaning "solitary" or "lonely." The surname Ensom is classified as a topographical surname, indicating that it was given to individuals based on the landscape features of their residence, such as being situated in a remote or isolated location.
The Ensom surname has been found primarily in the southern and eastern regions of England, with historical records dating back to the medieval period. Individuals bearing the surname Ensom have been documented in various records, including census data, parish registers, and court documents.
Over the centuries, the surname Ensom may have undergone variations in spelling due to factors such as dialectal differences, phonetic changes, and clerical errors. Variants of the Ensom surname may include Ensom, Einsom, and Enson.
Today, the Ensom surname is relatively rare, but individuals with this surname can still be found predominantly in England and other English-speaking countries. The surname Ensom carries with it a sense of history and heritage, reflecting the linguistic and cultural roots of its early bearers.
There are approximately 61 people named Ensom in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Ensom.