IVISON
Ivison
The surname Ivison is of English origin, believed to be a habitational name derived from places called Ivehouse, Ivison, or even Iverson. These places are thought to have been located in Yorkshire, where the name is most concentrated.
Variations of the surname include Iveson, Iverson, Ivisen, and Ivesson. The name Ivison may have been of locational origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name Ívarr, meaning “bow warrior”, and the Old English word "tun" which means “enclosure” or “settlement”.
The earliest recorded spelling of the surname Ivison dates back to the 13th century, with one Walter de Iuwayson appearing in the Assize Rolls of Yorkshire in 1219. The name has since spread throughout England and the United Kingdom.
Individuals bearing the surname Ivison can be found across various fields and professions, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.
Notable bearers of the name include Thomas Ivison Smith, a 19th-century British painter known for his landscapes, and Ian Ivison, a distinguished British economist and academic.
Today, the surname Ivison remains a part of the diverse mosaic of British surnames, telling a story of heritage and lineage that stretches back centuries.
Typical given names associated with the Ivison surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Craig
- David
- James
- John
- Malcolm
- Mark
- Paul
- Philip
- Robert
- Shaun
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Christine
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Kathleen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 722 people named Ivison in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,478th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Ivison.
Famous people named Ivison
- Billy Ivison - Rugby league player (1920 to 2000)
- Robbie Ivison -
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.