RIXSON
Rixson
Rixson is an English surname with roots in the East Anglian region of the United Kingdom. The name is of Old English origin, derived from the personal name "Rick", which was a short form of the name Richard, combined with the word "son", meaning son of Richard.
The Rixson family name is believed to have originated in the Norfolk and Suffolk counties of East Anglia. The surname has been recorded in various forms, including Rix, Rickson, and Rixon, with Rixson being a less common variant. The name first appeared in written records in the late 13th century, indicating its long-standing presence in the region.
Individuals bearing the Rixson surname have been noted for their contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, and commerce. The name has maintained a relatively low frequency in comparison to more common British surnames, adding to its distinctiveness.
The Rixson surname exemplifies the rich tapestry of English patronymic naming traditions and carries with it a legacy of heritage and familial connections in the East Anglian region of the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 319 people named Rixson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Rixson.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Ben
- Christopher
- Darren
- David
- Derek
- John
- Keith
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Scott
Female
- Aileen
- Alison
- Angela
- Jane
- Janet
- Jean
- Linda
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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