Paulson

Paulson is a British surname of Scandinavian origin, derived from the given name Paul. The name Paul itself has Latin roots and means 'small' or 'humble'. Paulson is a patronymic surname, meaning it was originally used to identify someone as the "son of Paul".

This surname is relatively rare in Britain, with most occurrences found in regions influenced by Scandinavian settlement, such as northern England. The name may have been brought to Britain by Scandinavian settlers during the Viking Age, or it could have been introduced through immigration in more recent centuries.

Individuals with the surname Paulson have likely been involved in various occupations and endeavours throughout British history, ranging from agriculture to trade to academia. The name may also have undergone variations in spelling over time, such as Paulsen or Paulsson, reflecting regional or linguistic influences.

Today, bearers of the surname Paulson can be found across the United Kingdom and may have diverse backgrounds and occupations. The name serves as a connection to the heritage of Scandinavian influences on British culture and history.

There are approximately 607 people named Paulson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Paulson.

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
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Donald
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amanda
  • Christine
  • Emma
  • Gemma
  • Georgina
  • Jane
  • Jayne
  • Julie
  • Katherine
  • Margaret
  • Naomi
  • Natalie
  • Sarah
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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