MUNSON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Munson

Munson is a British surname of patronymic origin, meaning "son of Munn." The personal name "Munn" derives from the Old Norse name "Mundi", meaning "protection" or "peace".

Distribution

The surname Munson is primarily found in the United Kingdom, specifically in areas with strong historical Scandinavian influences, such as Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.

Notable Bearers

Sir Robert Munson (b. 1802 - d. 1875) - A prominent philanthropist and industrialist known for his contributions to education and healthcare in Yorkshire.
Alice Munson (b. 1968) - Accomplished British actress renowned for her performances in theatre and television.

Etymology

The prefix "Mun-" in Munson is a version of "Munn," a diminutive of "Mundi," a popular Norse name. The suffix "-son" denotes "son of," signifying the lineage of those bearing the surname.

Variants

Variants of the surname Munson include Mounson, Muirson, and Mounsson.

References

Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 1,371 people named Munson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,757th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Munson.

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

Andrew
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Nicholas
Paul
Peter
Robert
Stephen

Female

Ann
Anne
Betty
Christine
Denise
Dorothy
Elizabeth
Helen
Laura
Linda
Mary
Rachel
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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