POXON
Poxon
Poxon is a surname of English origin, most commonly found in the Midlands region of England. The surname is of toponymic origin, deriving from the place name of Poxon, which possibly originated from a lost medieval village.
The first recorded instance of the surname Poxon dates back to the early 16th century in the county of Derbyshire. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have spread across various parts of England, particularly in Staffordshire, Shropshire, and Nottinghamshire.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Poxon have made contributions to various fields, including academia, sports, and the arts. The name has also been passed down through generations, preserving a link to ancestral roots.
Like many surnames, Poxon has undergone variations in spelling over time, including Pockson and Poxson. The etymology of the name continues to be a subject of research and interest among genealogists and historians.
There are approximately 1,608 people named Poxon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,054th most common surname in Britain. Around 25 in a million people in Britain are named Poxon.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Keith
- Mark
- Michael
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Angela
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan