Ogston

Ogston is a surname of Scottish origin that traces its roots to the North East of Scotland, particularly the Aberdeenshire region. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Oddi", meaning "point", and the Scottish surname suffix "-ton" meaning "settlement" or "town". This suggests that the original bearers of the surname were likely associated with a settlement at a prominent point or headland.

The earliest recorded instance of the surname Ogston dates back to the early 17th century in the parish of Auchterless in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Over the centuries, the Ogston name has spread across various parts of Scotland and beyond, with branches of the family established in England and other countries due to immigration and migration patterns.

One notable individual bearing the Ogston surname is Sir Alexander Ogston (1844–1929), a prominent Scottish surgeon and bacteriologist. He is best known for his pioneering work in the field of antiseptic surgery and for identifying the bacterium responsible for gas gangrene, which led to the development of more effective treatments for the condition.

The Ogston surname continues to be borne by individuals around the world today, with variations in spelling such as Ogstone and Ougston also existing. The name reflects a rich heritage linked to the history and culture of Scotland, and those who bear it can take pride in their ancestral connections to the North East of Scotland.

There are approximately 525 people named Ogston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Ogston.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Stephen
  • Steven
  • Stuart
  • Thomas

Female

  • Barbara
  • Carol
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Jessie
  • Linda
  • Lisa
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Moira
  • Nicola
  • Pamela
  • Vivien

Similar and related surnames

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