ORMISTON
Ormiston
Ormiston is a Scottish surname of Old Norse origin, derived from the name of a village in East Lothian, Scotland. The village of Ormiston is thought to have taken its name from an Old Norse personal name, possibly "Ormr," meaning serpent or dragon, and "tun," meaning enclosure or farmstead.
The Ormiston family has a long and illustrious history in Scotland, with records dating back to the 13th century. They were known to be landowners and prominent figures in the region, with connections to various noble families.
Over the centuries, the Ormiston surname has spread beyond Scotland, and can now be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and around the world. Individuals bearing this surname have made contributions in fields such as academia, law, business, and the arts.
Today, the Ormiston surname continues to be passed down through generations, carrying with it a legacy of pride and heritage for those who bear it.
There are approximately 1,009 people named Ormiston in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,331st most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Ormiston.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Anne
- Brenda
- Catherine
- Charmaine
- Denise
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Julie
- Karen
- Linda
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sandra