MITCHESON
Mitcheson
Mitcheson is an Anglicized surname of Scottish origin, derived from the given name Mitchell, which itself comes from the medieval English and Scottish name Michel, a variant of the name Michael. The name Michael is derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning "who is like God". Over time, the surname Mitcheson has evolved various spellings including Micheson, Mitchison, and Michellson.
The Mitcheson surname is most commonly found in northern England and Scotland, particularly in regions with strong Scottish heritage. The earliest known records of the Mitcheson surname date back to the late 16th century in Scotland.
Individuals bearing the Mitcheson surname have been recorded in a variety of professions and industries across the centuries, including scholars, artisans, and tradespeople. The surname has maintained a presence in contemporary society, with Mitcheson families scattered throughout the United Kingdom and beyond.
Variants of the Mitcheson surname may be found in different regions, reflecting the evolution of the name over time. The study of genealogy and family history has enabled individuals with the Mitcheson surname to trace their ancestry and connect with relatives across different generations and geographic locations.
There are approximately 594 people named Mitcheson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Mitcheson.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- David
- Dean
- Doug
- George
- Graham
- Ian
- John
- Keith
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Audra
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Harriet
- Helen
- Jill
- Julie
- Karen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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