JOBSON
Jobson
Jobson is a surname of English origin that is believed to have derived from the medieval given name "Job," meaning sorrow or suffering in Hebrew. The addition of the suffix "-son" is typical of patronymic surnames in English, indicating "son of Job."
The Jobson surname is primarily found in Northern England, with concentrations in Yorkshire, Durham, and Northumberland. The name has likely spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and emigration.
Individuals with the surname Jobson have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, literature, politics, and sports. One prominent figure is the English former footballer Bryan "Pop" Jobson, known for his successful career playing for notable clubs in the 1960s and 1970s.
The Jobson surname carries a sense of tradition and legacy, reflecting the rich history of the British Isles. Today, individuals with this surname may be found across the UK and in other countries, maintaining a connection to their ancestral roots.
Typical given names associated with the Jobson surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
- William
Female
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Frances
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 3,025 people named Jobson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,967th most common surname in Britain. Around 46 in a million people in Britain are named Jobson.
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
Famous people named Jobson
- Eddie Jobson - Musician
- Richard Jobson - Scottish filmmaker
- Richard Jobson - Football player
- Robert Jobson - Journalist and author
- Patrick Jobson - Cricketer
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.