Jamison

Jamison is a British surname of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the personal name James, which is a variant of the Hebrew name Jacob.

The earliest recorded instance of the surname Jamison dates back to the 14th century in Scotland. Over the centuries, the name has spread across the United Kingdom and beyond as people migrated and settled in different regions.

The bearers of the surname Jamison have played prominent roles in various fields, including academia, politics, business, and the arts. Notable individuals with the surname Jamison include musician Kevin Jamison and author Eloise Jamison.

Today, the surname Jamison is found in many English-speaking countries around the world, with concentrations in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

The name Jamison carries a sense of heritage and tradition, reflecting the rich history and cultural tapestry of the British Isles.

There are approximately 839 people named Jamison in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,475th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Jamison.

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

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Robert
  • Samuel
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Carla
  • Catherine
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sara
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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