LISHMAN

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Lishman

The surname Lishman is of English origin. It is an occupational surname derived from the Middle English word 'liche', meaning 'a surgeon'. The name would have been given to someone who practised medicine or surgery in medieval times.

The earliest record of the surname Lishman dates back to the 13th century in the county of Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various regions across the United Kingdom.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Lishman include John Lishman, a renowned surgeon who made significant contributions to the field of medicine in the 19th century.

The Lishman family crest features a shield with symbols representing wisdom, healing, and expertise. The motto "Fac et Spera" translates to "Do and hope".

Today, the surname Lishman is relatively uncommon but continues to be found among British families, particularly in Northern England.

There are approximately 1,120 people named Lishman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,759th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Lishman.

Surname type: Occupational name

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
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Richard
Robert
Stuart
William

Female

Anne
Claire
Elaine
Elizabeth
Emma
Helen
Jane
Joanne
Margaret
Mary
Susan
Tracy
Wendy

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