LEMONS
Lemons
Meaning and Origin
Lemons is a surname of English origin. It is thought to be an occupational surname derived from the word leman, which referred to a sweetheart or lover in Middle English. It is possible that the surname originally denoted someone who was a favourite or a lover.
Distribution
The surname Lemons is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with the highest concentration found in areas such as London, the Midlands, and the North of England. It is more commonly found in the United States, particularly in the southern states.
Notable People
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John Lemons (1815–1885) – English Victorian painter known for his landscape and genre paintings.
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Mary Lemons (b. 1973) – British author and historian, specialising in medieval English literature.
Coat of Arms
The Lemons family coat of arms is described as a silver shield with a red bend sinister, with three gold lemons placed on the bend.
Legacy
Although the Lemons surname may not be as widely known as some other English surnames, those who bear it can be proud of its unique history and origin. Continuing to explore and celebrate this heritage can help keep the Lemons name alive for future generations.
There are approximately 111 people named Lemons in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Lemons.
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
- Anthony
- Robert
- Stewart
Female
- Gillian
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.