TheNameDBMalcomson
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Malcolm, derived from the Gaelic personal name Maolcolm meaning 'devotee of Saint Columba'.
Etymology
A patronymic surname derived from the Scottish personal name Malcolm, which itself derives from Gaelic Maolcolm. The name reflects Scottish naming traditions with the patronymic suffix '-son'.
About the Malcomson Surname
A Scottish patronymic surname derived from the personal name Malcolm, which has Gaelic roots meaning 'devotee of Saint Columba'. The name reflects Scottish medieval naming conventions.
Distribution
Primarily found in Scotland and Scottish diaspora communities.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation for the surname specifically