TheNameDBLittlejohn
DescriptiveMeaning
A descriptive surname referring to a person of small stature with the given name John.
Etymology
The surname combines 'little,' an Old English adjective meaning small, with 'John,' a common given name. This type of descriptive surname was common in medieval England, often used to distinguish individuals with the same given name.
About the Littlejohn Surname
Littlejohn is a descriptive surname that likely originated as a nickname for a small man named John, eventually becoming a hereditary family name. The name gained cultural prominence through association with the Robin Hood legend.
Distribution
Found throughout England and Scotland, with significant populations in North America, particularly the United States.
Notable Bearers
Little John (legendary outlaw), William Littlejohn