EVENSON
Evenson
Evenson is a surname of British origin, found predominantly in the northern regions of England. The name is believed to have originated from the given name "Evan," which is itself derived from the Welsh name "Iefan," meaning "gift of God." Over time, "Evan" evolved into surnames such as Evens and Evenson.
Distribution and History
The surname Evenson is relatively rare compared to more common names in Britain. It is most commonly found in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and other parts of northern England. The name likely spread as families migrated for work or as people were assigned surnames for tax and census purposes.
Notable Individuals
- John Evenson (b. 1950) – A prominent author known for his works in the horror and speculative fiction genres.
- Rachel Evenson (b. 1985) – A renowned British artist whose landscapes have gained international recognition.
Variants
Variants of the surname Evenson include Evanson and Evens.
References
- Harrison, Henry. A Dictionary of British Surnames. Routledge, 2019.
- Smith, Emma. "The Origins of Surnames in England." Family History Journal, vol. 42, no. 3, 2008, pp. 127-140.
There are approximately 174 people named Evenson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Evenson.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Barry
- David
- Frank
- Gareth
- Gavin
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
Female
- Elisabeth
- Elizabeth
- Elsie
- Jane
- Julie
- Karla
- Kay
- Leanne
- Lisa
- Maureen
- Natasha
- Penny
- Rebecca
- Susan