SALMONS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Salmons

Salmons is a British surname of patronymic origin, derived from an old English personal name, possibly a variation of "Salomon" or "Solomon". The name Salmons has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Salmons, Salmon, and Salomon.

The Salmons surname is believed to have originated in England, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, where historical records show clusters of individuals with this surname. The name may have been bestowed on individuals as a nickname or as an occupational surname, possibly indicating a fisherman or someone who traded in salted fish.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Salmons have made contributions in various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. The Salmons family name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its historical origins.

In contemporary times, individuals with the surname Salmons can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, reflecting the dispersion and evolution of British surnames over time. The name Salmons carries with it a rich heritage and a sense of shared identity among those who bear it.

There are approximately 980 people named Salmons in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,490th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Salmons.

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

Andrew
Anthony
Brian
David
James
John
Malcolm
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Richard

Female

Carol
Claire
Emma
Gillian
Janet
Jean
Joanne
Julie
Margaret
Patricia
Samantha
Wendy
Yvette
Yvonne

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.