ROGERSON
Rogerson
Rogerson is a surname of English origin, derived from the given name Roger, which means "famous spear" in Old Germanic. The name is known to have Norman roots, introduced to Britain after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Origins:
The surname Rogerson is believed to have first emerged in the northern counties of England, particularly in areas such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Northumberland. The name has since spread across the country and can be found in various regions.
Notable Individuals:
- Sir George Rogerson (1793 - 1868) - British army officer and colonial administrator who served in India and Nigeria.
- Kate Rogerson (b. 1985) - British actress known for her roles in theatre and television productions.
- John Rogerson (1927 - 2010) - British philosopher and theologian, known for his work on ethics and religion.
Variants:
Variants of the Rogerson surname include Rodgers, Roger, and Rogger.
Heraldic Arms:
The Rogerson family crest typically features elements such as a spear and heraldic symbols denoting honour and strength.
References:
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
There are approximately 6,717 people named Rogerson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,401st most common surname in Britain. Around 103 in a million people in Britain are named Rogerson.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- William
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Carol
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan