MISSON
Misson
Surname: Misson
Origin: English
Overview:
Misson is an English surname of possible French origin. The name may have derived from the Old French word “mison”, meaning “learning” or “teaching”.
History:
The Misson surname has been recorded in various regions of England, with notable concentrations in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. Early records of the name date back to the 16th century.
One prominent figure with the Misson surname was William Misson, an English writer and traveller known for his work “A New Voyage to Italy”, published in 1699. This travelogue provided accounts of his journeys through Italy and offered insights into the customs and culture of the Italian regions.
Variants:
Variants of the Misson surname include Mison, Myson, and Meeson.
Famous Individuals:
- William Misson (17th century) - English writer and traveller
- Sarah Misson (b. 1980) - British artist and sculptor
References:
- P. H. Reaney, R. M. Wilson, Eds., A Dictionary of English Surnames, Oxford University Press, 1997.
- William Misson, A New Voyage to Italy, 1699.
There are approximately 203 people named Misson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Misson.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Colin
- Derek
- Keith
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Roger
- Thomas
- Timothy
Female
- Claire
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Kate
- Lisa
- Lyndsey
- Rita
- Sarah
- Valerie
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