Toulson

Toulson is a British surname of English origin, which is derived from the Old English personal name 'Tola' combined with the suffix 'son', meaning 'son of Tola'. The surname is predominantly found in the northern counties of England, particularly in Yorkshire.

The name Toulson has been traced back to the medieval times, with records showing instances of the surname in historical documents and parish registers dating back to the 17th century. The Toulson family is known to have been involved in various professions such as farming, trade, and craftsmanship.

Over the years, the Toulson surname has branched out into different spellings and variations, including Towleson, Toulston, and Tolson among others. This divergence can be attributed to factors such as regional accents, dialects, and clerical errors in documentation.

In modern times, descendants of the Toulson family can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, having migrated to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

The Toulson surname carries with it a rich heritage and history, reflecting the lineage and traditions of the English people. It continues to be cherished by those who bear the name as a reminder of their ancestry and roots in the British Isles.

There are approximately 1,175 people named Toulson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,517th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Toulson.

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
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Gary
  • John
  • Kenneth
  • Lee
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen

Female

  • Ann
  • Brenda
  • Carol
  • Emma
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Karen
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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