THOMSPON
Thompson
Thompson is a British surname of Scottish origin, prevalent in England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. It derives from the medieval Scottish and English given name Thom, a shortened form of Thomas. The name originally meant "son of Thom or Thomas", indicating patrilineal descent.
The Thompson surname is one of the most common surnames in the United Kingdom, with significant numbers residing in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and London. It has also spread to other English-speaking nations, particularly in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Famous individuals bearing the Thompson surname include:
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Emma Thompson (born 1959) - Academy Award-winning British actress and screenwriter.
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Hunter S. Thompson (1937-2005) - American journalist and author known for his influential Gonzo style of journalism.
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Richard Thompson (born 1949) - British singer-songwriter and guitarist, acclaimed for his contributions to the folk-rock music genre.
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Tommy Thompson (born 1941) - American politician who served as Secretary of Health and Human Services and Governor of Wisconsin.
The Thompson surname has a rich history and continues to be a prominent and widespread name in British and global society.
There are approximately 81 people named Thomspon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Thomspon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- William
Female
- Angela
- Dorothy
- Helen
- Irene
- Jean
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sandra