Pennison

Pennison is a surname of English origin, derived from the given name Penn, which is both a medieval given name and a topographical term for a hill. The addition of the suffix "-son" denotes "son of Penn", hence meaning "son of the hill".

The earliest records of the Pennison surname date back to the late Middle Ages in England. The name was likely used to identify individuals who lived near or on a prominent hill, or who had the given name Penn.

Over time, the surname Pennison has been borne by various notable figures in British history, contributing to its legacy within the genealogical landscape of the country.

Today, individuals with the surname Pennison can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, with the name continuing to be passed down through generations as a link to ancestral roots and heritage.

There are approximately 48 people named Pennison in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Pennison.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Stephen

Female

  • Gulsen
  • June
  • Violet

Similar and related surnames

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