Roberson

Roberson is a surname of English and Scottish origin. It is derived from the given name Robert, which is of Germanic origin and means "bright fame". The surname Roberson is a patronymic form, indicating "son of Robert".

Origins:

The surname Roberson has ancient roots in both England and Scotland. It is believed to have originated from the medieval personal name Robert, which was common in both countries.

Distribution:

The Roberson surname is found across the United Kingdom, with particular concentrations in regions of England and Scotland where the name has historical ties.

Notable People:

  • Chris Roberson: An English professional footballer.
  • Eddie Roberson: A Scottish rugby player.
  • Jerry Roberson: A British chef and cookbook author.

Variants:

Variants of the Roberson surname include Robertson, Robson, and Roberts, each of which may have slightly different origins or regional distributions.

Overall, the Roberson surname has a rich history in Britain and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British society.

There are approximately 694 people named Roberson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,760th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Roberson.

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
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Emma
  • Hazel
  • Jane
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Zoe

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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