KIDSON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Kidson

Kidson is a British surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Cydda," which means "son of Cydda." The name "Kidson" is classified as a patronymic name, indicating descent from a father or ancestor named Cydda.

History

The surname Kidson can be traced back to medieval England, where it was first recorded in various forms such as Kytson, Kittson, and Kiddyson. The name is believed to have originated in Yorkshire, but has since spread to other parts of England and beyond.

Notable People

Alfred Kidson (1855–1919): A British music scholar and editor, known for his work on early music.
Mark Kidson: A contemporary British artist known for his abstract paintings.

Variants

Variants of the surname Kidson include Kittson, Kytson, and Kiddyson.

Popularity

While not one of the most common surnames in Britain, Kidson continues to be used by families across the country and in the British diaspora.

Overall, the surname Kidson holds historical significance and serves as a reminder of England's rich cultural heritage.

There are approximately 624 people named Kidson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Kidson.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Adam
Andrew
Christopher
David
Duncan
Henry
Iain
Ian
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter

Female

Claire
Eck
Jean
Jennifer
Julie
Laura
Margaret
Mary
Patricia
Sally
Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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