MELSON
Melson
Melson is a British surname of English origin that can be traced back to the medieval period. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Mikkel" or "Milkil," which were variants of the name Michael, meaning "who is like God."
The surname Melson is found mainly in the southern counties of England, particularly in areas such as Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Dorset. Over time, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and immigration.
Individuals with the surname Melson have been recorded in various historical records, including census documents, parish registers, and other genealogical sources. The name has evolved over the centuries, with variations such as Melston and Melsonby also being found.
Today, the surname Melson is relatively uncommon but continues to be passed down through generations. It is often encountered in the context of family history research and genealogical studies. Like many surnames, Melson carries with it a sense of heritage and identity, connecting individuals to their ancestors and the past.
There are approximately 186 people named Melson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Melson.
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
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Bernard
- David
- Dean
- George
- John
- Jonathan
- Karl
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Roger
- Thomas
Female
- Amy
- Anna
- Dorothy
- Gemma
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Joanna
- Karen
- Louise
- Melinda
- Michelle
- Naomi
- Zara
Similar and related surnames
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