TheNameDBJolson
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Jol, derived from a personal name that may have Norse or English origins.
Etymology
The surname combines a personal name 'Jol' with the patronymic suffix -son, indicating descent from a father named Jol. The origin of 'Jol' itself is uncertain, possibly deriving from Old Norse or English sources.
About the Jolson Surname
A patronymic surname formed with the -son suffix, likely of Scandinavian or English origin. The surname became more prominent in America during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Distribution
Primarily found in the United States and Scandinavia.
Notable Bearers
Al Jolson (American entertainer)