FISHMAN
Fishman
Fishman is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is believed to be an occupational surname derived from the Old English word "fisc" meaning "fish" and "mann" meaning "man." Therefore, the surname likely originated as a name for someone who worked as a fisherman or was associated with the fishing industry.
Distribution and Variants
The surname Fishman is not common in the United Kingdom, with the majority of individuals bearing this surname found in England. Variants of the surname may include Fisheman, Fishmun, or Fishmon.
Notable Individuals
David Fishman (b. 1965)
David Fishman is a British environmentalist and marine biologist known for his research on sustainable fishing practices in coastal communities around the UK. He has authored several publications on marine conservation.
Emily Fishman (1879–1954)
Emily Fishman was a prominent suffragette and social reformer in the early 20th century. She was instrumental in organising women's rights demonstrations and campaigns across England.
Legacy
The surname Fishman may not be widely recognised, but individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions in various fields, particularly in marine conservation and social reform.
References
- Hanks, P., Hardcastle, K., & Hodges, F. (Eds.). (2006). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 254 people named Fishman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Fishman.
Religion of origin: Jewish
Language of origin: Hebrew
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Daniel
- David
- Ian
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Martin
- Paul
- Stewart
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Esther
- Judith
- Julia
- Karen
- Laura
- Melanie
- Nicola
- Nicole
- Rebecca
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Valerie