Millsom

The surname Millsom is of English origin and is a variant of the surname Millson, derived from the given name "Miles", which itself is of Germanic origin meaning "soldier" or "merciful". The surname is a patronymic form, referring to "son of Miles".

The distribution of the Millsom surname is most prevalent in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas such as Yorkshire, Devon, and London. The name has also been recorded in other parts of the world, notably in Canada, Australia, and the United States, often through emigration from the UK.

Individuals bearing the Millsom surname have been associated with various professions and fields over the centuries. The name is found in historical records such as census data, birth, marriage, and death records, as well as in accounts of military service and land ownership.

Notable individuals with the surname Millsom have left their mark in different spheres, including academia, business, arts, and sports. The Millsom name carries with it a sense of heritage and lineage, reflecting the historical significance and diversity of British surnames.

There are approximately 268 people named Millsom in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Millsom.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adrian
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Barry
  • Brian
  • David
  • Gabriel
  • Geoff
  • Ian
  • James
  • Kenneth
  • Paul
  • Richard

Female

  • Allanah
  • Caroline
  • Edna
  • Jennifer
  • Kathleen
  • Kelly
  • Louise
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Sylvia

Similar and related surnames

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

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